Heatwave shuts more than 100 schools and colleges

More than 100 schools and colleges in Buckinghamshire have been partially or fully closed because of the heatwave.

Across the county, 125 have decided to close completely or have a shorter day. The figure does not include Milton Keynes.

A red weather warning for extreme heat is in place from 09:00 BST on Wednesday to 21:00 on Thursday.

Parents and carers are advised to check closure details with individual schools.

Some schools will not re-open until Friday. A number have arranged remote learning.

Temperatures are expected to hit 35C (95F) in some parts of Buckinghamshire on Wednesday and Thursday, according to the Met Office.

In Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes, the advice is also to check with individual schools.

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