Abstract: A gas hotplate for use in a gas cooker comprising a gas burner (1) having a gas supply (6) and a burner head (9) comprising therein at least three spaced groups of apertures (10) at which apertures (10) gas is burnt, such that between the groups of apertures (10) gaps are provided around the burner head (9) where the intensity of the flame is reduced and a pan support (3) comprising at least three members (15), but not more members (15) than there are groups of apertures (10). The members (15) extend radially towards the center of the burner head (9) and can be aligned with the gaps between the groups of apertures (10). The gas hotplate further comprises means whereby the pan support (3) can be fixed in position relative to the burner head (9) with its support members (15) in alignment with the gaps between the groups of apertures (10) therein.