UK should establish maximum working temperature regulations

A group of workers in hard hats and safety vests take a break under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day, discussing the importance of temperature regulations in outdoor workplaces.

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has highlighted that many employees are exposed to extreme heat, particularly in sectors such as construction and agriculture, where outdoor work is prevalent. According to the Met Office, the UK has experienced a series of record-breaking temperatures in the last few years, with summer 2022 being one of the hottest … Read more