Britain could face food shortages as drought continues, farmers warn
- Britain could face shortages of certain foods after punishing drought in parts of England, the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has warned as a heatwave was forecast to continue into next week.
- The UK’s Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued heat health alerts for eight regions of England, with temperatures set to rise above 30C in parts of the country.
- UKHSA said rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups.
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- Britain could face shortages of certain foods after punishing drought in parts of England, the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has warned as a heatwave was forecast to continue into next week.
- The UK’s Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued heat health alerts for eight regions of England, with temperatures set to rise above 30C in parts of the country.
- UKHSA said rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups.
Sources: Guardian