The hardest jobs in a heatwave

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In 2022, a national emergency was declared in the UK because of extreme heat, with temperatures in some regions forecast to reach more than 40C. Now in 2023, a UK record has been broken for the number of consecutive September days reaching 30C. While many are lucky enough to work in air-conditioned offices, there are tens of thousands who simply don't have that luxury. Whether it's working outside, wearing heavy uniforms, or working somewhere extra hot - conditions can definitely get uncomfortable. For 5 Minutes On, a sewage worker, a road layer, an osteopath, and a chef share their insights into what it's like working during a record breaking heatwave.