Asbestos in schools – fears for 1,000 British schools after increasing number of teacher deaths
A new report has expressed ‘extreme concern’ as up to 1,000 schools could contain asbestos in the UK. A report, published by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has revealed that 700,000 pupils are learning in ‘unsafe’ schools that need major rebuilding or refurbishment. The report has criticised the school estate, adding that…
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What is HAVS? Plus symptoms
What is HAVS? Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is an occupational health issue usually caused by working with vibrating work tools. It can cause symptoms in the hands, fingers and arms, including the loss of feeling, pins and needles or numbness. Although it is not clear how the vibration causes the condition,…
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Military Deafness: 10,000 people to sue Ministry of Defence – How to make a claim
More than 10,000 people are said to be suing the Ministry of Defence for military deafness, it has been claimed. It is thought that around three times as many people have come forward than previously thought – and it could result in the MoD having to payout billions in compensation. Military deafness…
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3 common occupational lung diseases you need to be aware of
An occupational lung disease is a condition that has been caused or made worse by the materials you have been exposed to in a workplace. The conditions are usually caused by repeated or long-term exposure to certain chemicals or irritants and can often cause serious or life-altering conditions. Occupational diseases can be acquired through…
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International Men’s Day 2023 – 5 ways to support men at work
International Men’s Day is here to celebrate men and all they do in society, as well as raise awareness of the issues they face. We want men to know that it is okay to talk and we are here to listen if they are struggling. Men can often feel the pressure to be ‘tough’…
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When should I have asbestos removed from my home and is it always dangerous?
If your home was built before the UK asbestos ban in November 1999, it is very likely to contain asbestos. But, it might not be as serious as you think. Asbestos, which was known as the ‘magic mineral’ boomed onto the market around the 1930’s, when it was very popular in the construction of…
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Two-thirds of maternity units not safe enough, report finds
Two-thirds of NHS maternity units are deemed ‘not safe enough’, according to records obtained by the BBC. An analysis from England’s healthcare regulator has shown that maternity units currently have the poorest ratings of any hospital service it inspects. The records from the Quality Care Commission (CQC) show that two-thirds (67%) of the units…
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FSCS Outlook November 2023
The FSCS have published their latest edition of Outlook and provides a final update for the 2023-2024 levy as well as a first look at the 2024-2025 forecast. Final Update on 2023 – 2024 Levy The FSCS has confirmed that the total levy remains unchanged and as forecast which was set earlier this year…
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McDonald’s faces one or two sexual harassment claims every week, admits boss
A McDonald’s boss has admitted that the fast-food giant receives ‘between one and two’ sexual harassment claims a week following, a BBC investigation. McDonald’s UK chief executive, Alistair Macrow told MPs the restaurant chain had sacked 18 people since July, after receiving more than 400 complaints from staff. A BBC investigation discovered that workers…
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