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The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has called for the resignation of Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir over the controversial cull of 51 cattle in Fivemiletown, County Tyrone.
Scientists warn that the current drought in the UK will not end with a few days of rain, but rather with sustained rainfall over months.
England and Wales are experiencing their driest July on record, leading to drought declarations and hosepipe bans affecting nearly 30 million people.
Heavy rain is expected to hit the UK this week, but it will not be enough to reverse the widespread drought conditions that have been affecting the country.
The UK government has called an emergency meeting to address the ongoing extreme heat and wildfires that have been affecting the country. The meeting, chaired by Andy Burnham, will bring together ministers, officials, and agencies to discuss the challenges posed by the weather.