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UK Considers Air Conditioning Amid Heatwave Health Concerns

7/12/2025

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As temperatures soar, the UK government is contemplating an expansion of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to incorporate air conditioning units. Unions are pushing for regulations on maximum workplace temperatures, echoing standards set in Spain and Germany. The TUC raises alarms about the health dangers posed by extreme heat, calling for urgent protections for workers.

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As temperatures soar, the UK government is contemplating an expansion of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to incorporate air conditioning units. Unions are pushing for regulations on maximum workplace temperatures, echoing standards set in Spain and Germany. The TUC raises alarms about the health dangers posed by extreme heat, calling for urgent protections for workers.