Wales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Wednesday, June 24)

Train passengers across Wales are facing widespread disruption as operators cancel services amid an unprecedented red weather warning for extreme heat. Rail routes across north, mid and south Wales have been affected on Wednesday as temperatures are forecast to climb towards 38C, with forecasters warning of a “severe weather event” that could pose risks to…

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More than 1,000 schools shut or closing early as extreme heat warning extended – live updates

Effectiveness of medication could be impacted by heatpublished at 12:05 BST 12:05 BST Beth RoseDisability affairs reporter Image source, Getty Images As temperatures rise, the effectiveness of medications can change. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) says heat damage can break down active ingredients in medicine. That can stop or alter how much…

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