Temperatures of up to 34C are forecast today, with the country's hottest spots expected in the Midlands and south Wales.

Temperatures reached 34.7C at Astwood Bank, near Worcester, on Friday, the Met Office said, with similar or even higher temperatures expected today.

Temperatures reached 34.7C on Friday as Britons brace for possibility of even hotter weather on Saturday, with amber heat health alerts in place warning of potential rise in deaths ...

The London Fire Brigade says the risk of wildfires in London is "severe", with warnings in place across the country.

The warnings and restrictions come as hot and dry weather scorches England, with temperatures set to rise further over the weekend.