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Restrictions on burning crop residues, and the rules you must follow when you burn to protect the environment and avoid causing nuisance.
Information on the potential health impacts of drought in England and the measures that people can take to stay healthy during these events.
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Information on how to stay safe in hot weather, including how to keep your home cool.
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Health advice for those planning events and mass gatherings during periods of hot weather in England.
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