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Offshore oil workers in the North Sea face new regulations limiting weight to 19.5 stone as of November 1, 2026, aimed at enhancing emergency evacuation safety. Currently, 2,227 workers exceed...

Wirral Council has approved a significant investment plan to upgrade gym equipment at four leisure centres, prioritising the Guinea Gap and West Kirby facilities due to urgent health and safety...

As Bonfire Night approaches, safety expert Richard Stockley has issued a stark warning about the risks associated with fireworks. With over 230 incidents reported in the last decade relating to...

Nottingham City Homes has been fined £32,000 after multiple employees were diagnosed with Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome, a condition linked to long-term exposure to vibrating tools. The Health and Safety Executive...

A call to action has emerged from UK scientists urging the government to implement health warnings for processed meats such as bacon and ham, highlighting their potential links to cancer....

A tragic incident at Play2Date play centre in Martlesham has led to the death of worker David Linyard, who fell through a skylight while on duty. Despite being rushed to...

A recent study reveals alarming links between melatonin supplements and an increased risk of heart failure. Researchers found that those using melatonin are 90% more likely to develop heart failure...

A Middlesbrough haulage company has been fined £250,000 following the tragic death of Gary Lee James, who was crushed while working in a shipping container. The 30-year-old was involved in...

As Stress Awareness Week 2025 unfolds, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) highlights the critical responsibilities of employers in managing work-related stress—a leading contributor to ill health. With 776,000 workers...

Recent findings reveal that Amazon warehouses in the UK have reported over 2,500 serious injuries in the past decade, raising questions about the company's commitment to worker safety. Despite Jeff...