Andy Burnham will have to set out his stall to show how he will deliver on his promises, the BBC's political editor writes.
Met Office data suggests there were 29,000 lightning strikes, while more extreme heat is expected.
Charities are urging any veterans who haven't yet registered for the scheme to come forward.
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The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.