The chefs turning down the heat by switching from gas to electric

Restaurant kitchens in the UK are turning down the heat by switching from gas to electric cookers. This change is driven by the sweltering temperatures experienced during recent heatwaves, which forced some establishments to close or reduce their hours for staff safety. The shift to electric cookers, particularly induction models, is expected to cut kitchen temperatures by up to 10C, making working conditions more bearable. This change is a response to the lack of regulation on maximum working temperatures in the industry, despite calls from labor unions.

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The switch from gas to electric cookers may affect kitchen appliance sales. This change could lead to increased demand for electric cookers, but the overall impact on the market is unclear.

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