Accidents at Work: Company and director sentenced for putting workers at risk
A roofing firm has been fined and its director has been handed a suspended prison sentence after the lives of workers were put at risk during a renovation in Surrey. Weather Master Roofing Limited and company director Jack Avanzo, also known as Jack Avenzo, were sentenced at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Monday following a…
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Yaser Jabbar: Reports into Great Ormond Street surgeon a ‘white wash’, say families
Parents of children who suffered at the hands of disgraced Great Ormond Street surgeon Yaser Jabbar have spoken out after a ‘whitewash’ report was published this week. Jabber treated ill children at Great Ormond Street between 2017 and 2022 – however it was later found that he left a number of children with…
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Asbestos Claims: Hundreds of asbestos inspections to be carried out in Council buildings
The Health and Safety Executive has launched a campaign to inspect hundreds of Council buildings to ensure that the risk of asbestos is being managed properly. Inspectors from the Health and Safety Executive will visit Council head offices across the country to ensure asbestos risks are being managed effectively to keep people safe.…
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Clinical negligence delays reach record high – Why this needs to change
At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we understand that waiting for your clinical negligence claim to settle can be frustrating and stressful– especially if you are still experiencing health problems caused by negligence. However, although our experienced team of legal experts do all they can to push through your claim as quickly and efficiently as possible…
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Staying scam savvy – Virgin Money research shows how different generations are impacted by scams
According to research carried out involving 2,000 adults, it has been revealed that Gen Z are most likely to be caught out by telephone scams while Boomers are often tricked by phishing emails and texts; and under 27s are most likely to fall for online shopping scams. Fifty five percent of consumers have noticed…
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Police issue drink and drug driving warning ahead of Christmas period
West Yorkshire Police has issued a warning to motorists ahead of the Christmas period to remind those getting behind the wheel of the rules around drink and drug driving. Police have said there is simply “no excuse” to drive whilst under the influence, putting yourself and other people’s lives at risk. West…
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How to stay out of trouble at the office Christmas party this year – do’s and don’ts
‘Tis the season once again as companies start to wind down for the Christmas period, and gear up for the annual office party. But, although having a drink, dancing and celebrating with your colleagues sounds like the perfect way to end the year, there are some risks you need to be aware of. As…
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Stress at Work: Rights for retail workers at Christmas
The Christmas rush has begun as people hurry to the shops to pick up the last of their festive food, presents and gift shopping. But, behind the chaos is an army of retail workers who keep the cog turning. With unsociable hours, busy shop floors and stressed customers, retail workers are arguably the unsung…
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Domestic abuse cases expected to rise over Christmas, charity warns
For most people, Christmas is a time of joy and celebration spent with family, friends and loved-ones. But, for some, it is sadly a time spent of suffering and fear as figures show that domestic abuse increases at this time of the year. Each year, domestic abuse reports rise over the festive period. This…
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