Green MP introduces bill to set maximum workplace temperature in UK

Green MP Hannah Spencer has introduced a bill to create an independent body to recommend maximum workplace temperatures in the UK.

• The bill would establish an independent body to recommend maximum safe workplace temperatures and outline implementation rules.
• The Health and Safety Executive has stated that maximum temperatures cannot be imposed because heat can originate from workplace activity, not weather.
• The government has announced that the HSE will launch a public consultation on updating its official guidance, which may include temperature thresholds.
• Spencer said the government has a duty to protect workers from extreme heat and urged it to adopt regulations similar to Spain's.