Heatwaves across UK force dress code relaxation at Lord's
What's the story
The heatwave in Britain has resulted in a temporary relaxation of the strict dress code for spectators at the Lord's pavilion. With temperatures soaring above normal and expected to continue this way in weeks to come, the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has decided to ease the code. Spectators are usually supposed to wear jackets, but for now it has been relaxed.
Dress code
What does the MCC dress code state?
The dress code states that men should wear tailored suits or jackets with tie, shirt, shoes and shocks. Meanwhile, women spectators should wear skirts, dresses or trousers which can be cropped below the knee, along with formal shoes, boots and sandals. But in Middlesex's Vitality Blast match against Hampshire this week, spectators were told that there's no need to wear jackets owing to heat.
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MCC decides to dispense rule
Due to the abnormally warm temperatures, MCC has decided to dispense with requirement for gentlemen to wear jackets in the Pavilion and arrive wearing one.
— Lord's Cricket Ground (@HomeOfCricket) July 26, 2018
This applies to Members of MCC and Middlesex and their guests. pic.twitter.com/KP07HK1eSl
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Soaring temperatures across UK
The temperatures, across Britain, have been soaring and in London it was recorded 34°C on Thursday. Temperatures are expected to rise further this week. The hottest day recorded ever is 38.5°C in August 2003.