Mornings | Saturday 23 May 2026

Why It Matters

Record-breaking May heat raises public-health and infrastructure risks and demonstrates the increasing role of climate change in making extreme heat more frequent; the Lottery Winners’ stadium headline highlights the cultural and economic value of sustained local arts development.

Summary

The Met Office warns of a burst of early-season heat across England and parts of Wales, with temperatures forecast to reach 32–34°C in East Anglia, the Southeast and Midlands through Monday and Tuesday—potentially breaking the UK May record of 32.8°C. Forecasters say many areas could meet the three-day thresholds for an official heat wave, prompting yellow and amber health alerts to prepare NHS and social services for impacts. Meteorologist Gemma Plum noted the event is unusually early and that climate change has made such extremes more likely. The programme also profiled indie group The Lottery Winners, who after 15 years of gigging are set to headline their hometown stadium following recent chart success.

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