Tag: Health and Safety

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 ...

A review by the NICE committee highlights a groundbreaking procedure known as in-situ abdominal normothermic regional perfusion (NRP), aimed at improving the viability of donated livers, particularly those from donors ...

A court has convicted Walter Manly for the manslaughter of Ian McCollum, who tragically lost his life in a workplace accident in Newry in January 2022. Operating a telehandler, Manly ...

A groundbreaking technique for preserving donor livers within the body has emerged, potentially doubling the number of viable transplant opportunities in the UK. The in-situ abdominal normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) ...

A tragic incident in October 2018 at The Corniche luxury tower in London has led to the death of Mick Ferris, struck by a falling window pane from 250 feet ...

The UK is bracing for a significant heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar to 35°C in south-east England. Authorities are urging the public to restrict travel to essential journeys only, ...

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council has voted to replace the iconic stepping stones across the Hogsmill River with a £100,000 footbridge, citing safety concerns amid legal liability issues. The decision, ...