Dramatic rise in Health & Safety fines
20th February 2017
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Fines for Health & Safety offences dramatically increased during 2016. Last year saw 19 fines of £1m or more. This compares with three £1m plus
Fines for Health & Safety offences dramatically increased during 2016. Last year saw 19 fines of £1m or more. This compares with three £1m plus
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The insurance market, Lloyd’s of London, has taken steps to prohibit their employees from drinking alcohol during the working day. In a memo circulated to
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has announced it is to consult on proposals to make its Fee For Intervention (FFI) charging scheme “fully independent”.
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