UK heatwave sees highest-ever temperatures recorded

The UK has recorded a temperature of over 40C (104F) for the first time - as the heat continues to rise.

Thermometers hit 40.2C at London Heathrow at 12.50 BST, breaking a record temperature of 39.1C in Charlwood, Surrey, registered earlier.

But Tuesday's temperatures are expected to climb higher still, with places along the A1/M1 corridor expected to see up to 42C later.

Scotland is also expected to surpass its historic reading of 32.9C.

In Wales, Rhyl, Flintshire, recorded 33.4C at 11:00 BST.

The Met Office has issued a red extreme heat warning covering much of central, northern, and south-east England.