GPs told to shut surgeries above 30C to avoid making ‘errors’ and risking patients

GP surgeries could close if thermostats reach 30C to protect patients and staff from extreme heat, medical leaders warn. The Royal College of GPs told family doctors to draw up heatwave plans and run drills to practise coping with hot weather. It suggests having an extreme heat policy that could include relaxing unifor

GP practices should consider closing or relocating if indoor temperatures reach 30C, health leaders have advised.