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HSE Policy Position On Great Britain Asbestos Control Limit

HSE has concluded there is no clear evidence that lowering the asbestos control limit in law would reduce exposures or improve health outcomes and wil...

Asbestos Article

Mon 18th May 2026

HSE Authorises Crown Censure Of HMPPS Over Radon Exposure At HMP Dartmoor

HSE has informed His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service of an intention to issue a Crown Censure after confirmed radon exposures at HMP Dartmoor e...

Regulatory News

Wed 13th May 2026

HSE Declares No Dry Cutting Of Engineered Stone As 1,000 Inspections Begin

HSE has issued new COSHH guidance saying dry cutting of engineered stone is unacceptable and will carry out over 1,000 inspections to enforce water su...

Regulatory News

Mon 11th May 2026

The Physical Office Workplace as a Resource for Mental Health

The review provides strong evidence that physical office environments significantly influence employee mental health.

Mental Health Research

Mon 20th Apr 2026

HSE Launches Consultation On Workplace Injury And Illness Reporting

HSE has opened a consultation on changes to RIDDOR to clarify reporting rules, update the lists of reportable events and improve the online reporting...

Occupational Health Article

Tue 7th Apr 2026

Why Reducing Work-Related Ill Health Is Now HSE’s Biggest Priority

Work-related ill health affects millions across Great Britain, costing people their wellbeing and businesses valuable time. Here’s why HSE is making i...

Occupational Health Article

Tue 17th Mar 2026

Compliance to Competitive Advantage: The Strategic Role of HSE in Business Sustainability

This study reveals how forward-thinking companies are using technology and strong leadership to turn HSE into a driver of resilience, profitability,...

Occupational Health Research

Fri 13th Mar 2026

A Metal Fabrication Company Fined for Poor Vibration Risk Management

A metal fabrication company at Immingham Docks was fined after seven workers developed vibration related illnesses.

Regulatory News

Fri 27th Feb 2026

HSE Inspections Target Flour Dust Exposure In Bakeries

From January 2026 HSE will inspect large bakeries to check measures protecting workers from flour dust and other dusty ingredients.

Regulatory News

Mon 26th Jan 2026

NHS Trust Fined After Failure to Manage Hand Arm Vibration Risks

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust was fined £40000 after multiple employees were diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome and related...

Regulatory News

Fri 16th Jan 2026

HSE Begins Inspections Of Chiropractors Over Ionising Radiation Safety

The regulator is carrying out a Great Britain wide campaign to check compliance with the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 and has published guidan...

Compliance Article

Thu 15th Jan 2026