British Gas has urged UK households to avoid one room in their house this week as a heatwave sizzles England . British Gas has advice for customers wishing to eat in their kitchens as 30C heat sweeps the country, and amber heat-health alerts are issued.

British Gas says: "Although a bit of summer sunshine can be lovely, it can also make it difficult to keep your home cool without expensive air-conditioning. Stave off the sweltering with our top tips to cool down your rooms – fast."

The firm says: "Using the oven or hob can create extra warmth so instead of unnecessarily heating up your kitchen, take advantage of warm summer evenings in the garden instead. Fire up the BBQ or throw together a healthy summer salad."

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