Whether the heatwaves continue throughout the summer or we’re suddenly plunged into unseasonable weather, one thing is, by now, undeniably clear: the climate is changing, as evidenced by temperatures soaring to new highs year on year.

In the immediate term, that means keeping our homes as temperate as possible, especially in the face of the effects of hot weather on vulnerable people and consequently on the NHS. There are many fans to choose from, but there’s no need to sweat it with our pick of the bunch. Oh, and needless to say, do ensure you keep hydrated when the mercury soars.