Back in 2011, the government promised to slash red tape and make compliance with health and safety regulations much easier. So, more than two years on, has it made good on its promises?
Published 24.03.2014
The aim of the “Red Tape Challenge” is to force significant changes to health and safety legislation. How does it work and is it likely to succeed?
Published 24.05.2011
A change in approach regarding health and safety prosecutions has led to tougher penalties, including custodial sentences. What could this mean for you?
Published 13.02.2014
According to the Forum of Private Business, from October “sweeping changes” to safety laws will significantly reduce the burden on employers. Is this really going to happen?
Published 13.09.2013
In the recent Budget the Treasury announced plans to “scrap or improve” 84% of health and safety legislation. What’s on the cards?
Published 27.04.2012
It seems that not a week goes by without an announcement of planned changes to health and safety legislation, or the way that it’s enforced. How will our new document help to reduce any possible
confusion?
Published 19.01.2012
The government has given itself top marks for the programme of health and safety reforms delivered in the parliamentary term ending 30 March 2015. What’s changed and is there more to come?
Published 27.04.2015
Buried within the recently enacted Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013, are some fundamental changes for health and safety. What can you expect and when?
Published 18.06.2013
The HSE is currently consulting on proposed changes to a number of pieces of legislation and the supporting guidance material. What’s on the cards and when can you expect the changes to take effect?
Published 14.09.2012
You’ve heard rumours that some types of premises might become exempt from the need to carry out fire risk assessments (FRAs). Is there any truth in this and, if so, when is the change likely to
occur?
Published 03.07.2013