Health leaders advise GP practices to plan for potential disruption during extreme heat, including closing or relocating surgeries if indoor temperatures reach 30°C. The guidance described by multiple outlets frames the advice as part of managing health risks to patients and staff during hot weather. The reports also note ongoing difficulties for patients trying to get appointments, suggesting that access issues may continue alongside any operational changes during periods of high temperatures.
Across the coverage, the central point is that GP practices should assess whether they can safely continue operating as temperatures rise and should have contingency plans in place. The advice centers on an indoor temperature threshold of 30°C, with options such as shutting down or moving services elsewhere if that limit is reached. The articles do not indicate a single nationwide automatic rule, but instead describe recommendations for practices to consider their specific circumstances, balancing service delivery with safety during heat events.
