Health and Safety News You Need to Read Today

July 23, 2026

A recent study has unveiled a troubling link between GLP-1 medications—commonly used for weight loss and diabetes management—and an increased risk of hair loss. Users of drugs like...

Hosepipe bans affect millions as heatwave intensifies across southern England

Women facing harassment in exercise spaces call for safer environments

NHS sees record A&E attendances amid summer heatwave

Study links extended late-night alcohol sales to increased harm in Aberdeen

FEATURED

UK Health and Safety Latest

Man killed and three injured in industrial explosion

July 23, 2026

UK Health and Safety Latest

Hosepipe bans affect millions as heatwave intensifies across southern England

UK Health and Safety Latest

Women facing harassment in exercise spaces call for safer environments

NHS sees record A&E attendances amid summer heatwave

In June 2026, the NHS faced an unprecedented surge in A&E attendances, with a record 106,667 visits reported across emergency...

Study links extended late-night alcohol sales to increased harm in Aberdeen

by Ellie Cartwright

A new study has linked late-night alcohol sales to a marked increase in alcohol-related incidents in Aberdeen. Between 2017 and...

Cooper praises staff as maternity services receive £4.5m funding boost

Health Secretary Yvette Cooper has lauded the dedicated staff at the Royal Berkshire Hospital’s maternity unit during her visit, praising...

UK Health and Safety Latest

Heatwave forces steam train ban, disrupting travel for Scots

July 18, 2026

Bakery ingredients firm fined for breaching safety regulations

by Michael Harland

Puratos Ltd has been fined £120,000 for breaching health and safety regulations, following a HSE inspection that revealed dangerous conditions...

Toys recalled in UK over asbestos contamination concerns

Twelve toy products have been recalled in the UK due to potential asbestos contamination, prompting serious health warnings from the...

MHRA approves world’s first lower-carbon asthma inhaler

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the world’s first lower-carbon inhalers for asthma treatment, reducing carbon...

Shopping centre closure extended after ceiling collapse

Swan Walk Shopping Centre in Horsham remains closed for a week due to a glass ceiling collapse, with only two...

Puratos fined for safety violations risking workers’ health

by Michael Harland

Puratos Limited has been fined £120,000 for multiple safety breaches at its Buckingham factory, putting employees at risk of occupational...

Puratos fined £120,000 over workplace safety violations

by Ellie Cartwright

Puratos has been fined £120,000 after a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation revealed serious health risks for employees at...

Why Trust UK Safety News?

Cited by industry professionals and safety trainers across the UK
Independently operated with no affiliation to government bodies
Committed to transparency, open corrections, and reader engagement
All external data and reports are linked to official sources

We’re not just a news site we’re part of a community that believes information is the foundation of prevention.

Delivering up to date Health and Safety News and resources can prevent accidents in the workplace.

Stay Connected

Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for real-time safety updates and analysis along with all the latest Health and Safety News and resources.
Together, we can build a safer, more informed workplace culture across the UK.

UK Health and Safety Latest

Concerns rise over proposed regulations threatening UK volunteer rescue teams

July 20, 2026

Proposed amendments to the UK's Health and Social Care Act are raising alarm among volunteer search and rescue teams, who...

Proposal for maximum workplace temperatures raises urgent concerns for worker safety

July 20, 2026

Campaign highlights life-changing injuries in farming during Farm Safety Week

July 19, 2026

UK Health and Safety Latest

Nurse sells illegal fat injections in unmarked vials