Abuse and violent attacks on retail workers double, figures show
Violent attacks and abuse against shop workers doubled in 2023, shocking figures show. The statistics from leading trade body, the British Retail Consortium’s crime survey revealed that the number of incidents rose to 1,300 a day last year, up from 870 a day the year before. The rise comes despite retailers investing…
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Deliveroo and Uber Eats workers to strike on Valentine’s Day
Deliveroo and Uber Eats riders are set to strike on Valentine’s Day to demand improved working conditions and better pay. The industrial action will impact four food apps, and is thought to involve around 3,000 drivers and riders between 5 pm and 10 pm on Wednesday, February 14. One cyclist taking part in the…
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Royal Marines to sue Ministry of Defence for asbestos exposure
Current and former Royal Marine Commandos are taking the Ministry of Defence to court after claiming they were exposed to asbestos whilst training in Latvia. Edward Hill, an ex-marine engineer and vehicle mechanic claims their bosses breached their rights by making them sleep in a garage that allegedly contained the banned substance. …
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Cancer waiting times at worst level on record in 2023
A study conducted by BBC News has revealed that cancer waiting times in England during 2023 reached their worst level on record. The figures show that only 64.1% of patients started treatment within 62 days of their suspected cancer diagnosis, leaving nearly 100,000 individuals waiting longer than expected for critical care. This…
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Pelvic mesh: Calls for new legal redress scheme for injured patients
Patients harmed by pelvic mesh implants have been left disappointed with the legal system as their battle for compensation continues to be drawn out. England’s patient safety commissioner, Dr. Henrietta Hughes, highlights in the Hughes Report, published this week, that the absence of an independent body to oversee compensation claims is unsustainable and is…
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List of FSCS Most Recent Failed Firms and how to make a claim
If you have lost out on money due to a financial firm failing, you may be entitled to make a claim against them. By submitting a claim to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), they may be able to compensate you for your financial loss. However, there are eligibility rules in place to make…
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Sexual Abuse and Violence Awareness Week: Definition and signs to look out for
Sexual Abuse and Violence Week is here to raise awareness of sexual crimes and the support that is out there for victims. Sexual abuse and violence are often perceived to be carried out by a stranger down a dark alley at night. But, statistics show that most victims know their perpetrator, and the crime…
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Company fined £15k after exposing workers to wood dust
A manufacturing company has been fined £15,000 after exposing its workers to wood dust and failing to comply with two improvement notices. Wood dust can cause serious and often irreversible health problems, including sino-nasal cancer, asthma and dermatitis. Employers have a legal responsibility to prevent or adequately control exposure in the workplace. …
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RAC: Half of drivers ‘unsure’ of Highway Code changes
More than half of drivers are still unsure of crucial changes that were made to the Highway Code to make the roads safer for pedestrians, RAC figures show. Some of the changes, which came into play two years ago, include giving way to pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders who are either crossing or waiting…
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