As the government’s flagship flexible working in schools programme nears its conclusion, we investigate whether it’s a practical solution to schools’ retention and stress crisis.
By Belinda Liversedge on 13 April 2026
Vehicle paint sprayers face an elevated risk of developing debilitating occupational asthma from exposure to isocyanates found in certain ‘2-pack’ paints, coatings and lacquers, so HSE is encouraging motor vehicle repair businesses to prevent or minimise exposure through a mix of education, advice and enforcement.
By Kate Jones, HSE on 01 April 2026
UK efforts to tackle air pollution have focused almost exclusively on public health and outdoor air quality, meaning the risks to workers from poor indoor air quality in workplaces have been seriously neglected.
By Graham Petersen, Trade Union Clean Air Network (TUCAN) on 15 April 2026
HSE marks Global Asbestos Awareness Week (1–7 April), highlighting free guidance and training resources available to help dutyholders and trades comply with the law.
By Belinda Liversedge on 02 April 2026
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By Belinda Liversedge on 20 March 2026
Portable gas detectors are a vital safety tool for tasks like water treatment and refrigerated food processing, but it’s essential they form part of a wider system for controlling the risks posed by gases, including staff training, detector maintenance and a thorough understanding of the relevant legal duties.
By Megan Hine, Draeger Safety UK on 02 April 2026
By Andy Hooke CMIOSH TIFSM, AH Safety and Compliance on 02 April 2026
By Kate Jones, HSE on 01 April 2026
By Belinda Liversedge on 13 April 2026
A family-run forge in Halesowen, West Midlands, has been fined £750,000 after an employee sustained fatal injuries when he became entangled in a 20-metre long lathe.
By Belinda Liversedge on 19 February 2026
By Belinda Liversedge on 12 February 2026
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By Belinda Liversedge on 21 January 2026
PFAS pollution is a rapidly growing concern in the UK. PFAS are widespread in the UK’s environment, wildlife, and people and research shows that the cost of cleaning up PFAS in the UK is astronomical. The question is, what is the government currently doing to address these issues, and is it enough?
By Dr Shubhi Sharma, CHEMTrust on 15 April 2026
By Monica Burns, Global Cooksafe Coalition on 15 April 2026
By Graham Petersen, Trade Union Clean Air Network (TUCAN) on 15 April 2026
By Mike Robinson FCA, British Safety Council on 15 April 2026
