Month: July 2026

Unions in the Channel Islands are calling for maximum temperature regulations in workplaces amid a record-breaking heatwave, with Jersey recently reaching 39.3°C. The States of Guernsey recognizes heat as a ...

A pioneering clinical trial in Greater Manchester aims to address the challenging hallucinations and delusions often experienced by individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. With limited treatment options available in the UK, ...

An 18-year-old carpentry apprentice, Chloe Bidwell, tragically died after being crushed by unsecured wooden boards while working alone at a refurbishment site in Bangor, North Wales. Following the incident, Varcity ...

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to launch a public consultation on workplace temperature guidelines as the UK endures its third heatwave of 2026, with temperatures expected ...

A suspended prison sentence has been handed to David Horrocks, director of Varcity Living, following the tragic death of 18-year-old apprentice joiner Chloe Bidwell at a Bangor construction site. Bidwell ...

As the UK braces for soaring temperatures of up to 36°C this week, calls for enhanced workplace heat regulations have intensified. MPs are advocating for the Health and Safety Executive ...

Health experts and housing organizations are calling for immediate collaboration with public health authorities to address the challenges faced by residents in buildings undergoing safety remediation during extreme heat. With ...

A tragic workplace accident in Renfrew has claimed the life of 32-year-old Steven Tervit, who fell from a scissor lift while dismantling wall panels at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland. ...

Councillors in South Hetton, County Durham, have voted against the proposed battery energy storage system (BESS), a decision welcomed by residents who voiced concerns about landscape impact and safety risks ...

As temperatures rise, the allure of swimming in open water can be deceptive, with experts warning of the dangers posed by cold water shock. Ross Macleod from the RNLI emphasizes ...