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Worker injured in fall from barn roof due to safety breaches
04/11/2025

Worker injured in fall from barn roof due to safety breaches

A Shropshire construction firm has been fined £15,000 after a worker suffered serious injuries falling from a partially constructed barn. An HSE investigation revealed unsafe practices and a lack of safety measures enforced by the company and its director. This case highlights the critical importan...

Construction firm fined after fire safety breaches at Preston development
03/11/2025

Construction firm fined after fire safety breaches at Preston development

Altrincham construction firm Glovers Court Ltd. has been fined £165,000 for serious fire safety breaches during a redevelopment project in Preston. Following multiple violations and continued work despite safety orders, the case underscores the critical importance of fire safety compliance in the c...

Worker injured in Shropshire barn fall due to poor safety planning
01/11/2025

Worker injured in Shropshire barn fall due to poor safety planning

A Shropshire construction firm has been fined £15,000 after a worker suffered serious injuries from a fall during barn construction. Investigations by the Health and Safety Executive revealed inadequate safety measures and planning. The case underscores the critical need for stringent workplace saf...

National Trust orders removal of horses from popular coastal grazing site
31/10/2025

National Trust orders removal of horses from popular coastal grazing site

National Trust demands farmer remove horses from historic Rhossili Cliffs due to safety concerns, sparking community backlash. Tensions rise as tradition clashes with health and safety regulations in iconic coastal landscape.

Construction company fined £1m following worker’s death by road-sweeper
30/10/2025

Construction company fined £1m following worker’s death by road-sweeper

A London construction firm has been fined £1 million after a worker, Robert Morris, was killed by a reversing road-sweeper during a resurfacing project in Haringey. Investigations revealed significant safety failings, including the lack of pedestrian segregation and traffic management. The case str...

Remembrance parade cancelled amid safety concerns
29/10/2025

Remembrance parade cancelled amid safety concerns

The Upton Remembrance Sunday parade, a cherished tradition since World War I, has been cancelled amid safety concerns related to recent event management guidelines. Following guidance from Merseyside Police and heightened scrutiny after a Liverpool incident, only a wreath-laying ceremony will take p...

Owner of Halesowen mini market fined for serious food safety breaches
28/10/2025

Owner of Halesowen mini market fined for serious food safety breaches

Farouk Rasoul, owner of Halesowen Mini Market & Butchers, has been convicted of multiple food safety breaches, including selling expired goods and maintaining unsanitary conditions. Fined over £2,700, the case highlights urgent concerns over food hygiene standards and public health in local busines...

HSE team to inspect construction sites for health and safety compliance in Manchester
27/10/2025

HSE team to inspect construction sites for health and safety compliance in Manchester

Health and Safety Executive (HSE) launches inspections across Manchester’s construction sites, addressing critical health and safety issues amid rising industry scrutiny. Aimed at enhancing safety practices, the initiative underscores the importance of collaboration and robust control measures to ...

Construction firm to face prosecution following fatal incident at AWE Aldermaston site
25/10/2025

Construction firm to face prosecution following fatal incident at AWE Aldermaston site

Balfour Beatty faces prosecution after a construction worker's death at the AWE nuclear site in Aldermaston. The Office for Nuclear Regulation highlights safety protocol lapses, raising concerns about health and safety practices in the construction industry amidst legal scrutiny.

Workplace fatalities rise as experts urge safety audits
24/10/2025

Workplace fatalities rise as experts urge safety audits

Workplace fatalities in Great Britain surged to 124, with construction leading the toll. Experts warn of compliance gaps and urge SMEs to prioritize safety audits. Acorn Safety Services offers free assessments to enhance workplace health and safety amid rising concerns.

Construction firm fined £1 million after worker killed by road-sweeper
23/10/2025

Construction firm fined £1 million after worker killed by road-sweeper

Construction firm fined £1 million after worker Robert Morris, 48, was killed by a reversing road-sweeper in Haringey. An investigation revealed critical safety failings, prompting calls for stricter workplace safety measures in the construction industry.

HSE to inspect Manchester construction sites for health and safety compliance
22/10/2025

HSE to inspect Manchester construction sites for health and safety compliance

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is launching a crucial inspection initiative across Manchester's construction sites, focusing on compliance with safety regulations. With 12 inspectors on the ground, the initiative aims to address key health concerns and promote a collaborative safety culture,....

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