UK Restaurants Close Doors as Heatwave Makes Kitchens Unbearable

The UK's hospitality sector is facing unprecedented challenges as successive heatwaves render restaurant kitchens dangerously hot, forcing some establishments to close or reduce operating hours. The extreme temperatures have created "furnace-like" conditions for kitchen staff, raising concerns about worker safety.

Despite calls for a maximum working temperature, no such regulations are currently in place, leaving tens of thousands of workers exposed to potentially hazardous environments. The situation highlights the growing impact of climate change on daily operations within the food industry.