HSE launches asbestos campaign aimed at construction industry
March 10, 2023
The HSE has launched a campaign this week on managing risks associated with asbestos, for those working in the construction trades. Read More
Two thirds of hospitals contain asbestos – report finds
January 30, 2023
Two thirds of NHS hospitals in London and Scotland contain asbestos, as well as many health centres, blood donor clinics and GP surgeries, a report has found. Read More
Building contractor sentenced over unsafe work practice
July 22, 2022
A Blackburn based building contractor has been sentenced after unsafe work methods constituted a public risk and resulted in asbestos being disturbed. Read More
Daughter of former steel worker highlights dangers related to asbestos following father’s death
April 1, 2022
The daughter of a former steel erector is working to raise awareness of the dangers related to asbestos after her father’s death from mesothelioma. Read More
HSE research provides new insight into asbestos exposures to licensed removal workers
March 29, 2022
A new HSE report has unveiled research into asbestos exposures to licensed removal workers in Great Britain, assessing compliance with HSE guidance. Read More
Dr Mavis Nye named SHP’s Most Influential person in health & safety for 2021
December 17, 2021
SHP has announced the list of the most influential people in health and safety, voted for by you, recognising Dr Mavis Nye as 2021’s ‘Most Influential’ for her work as a campaigner, supporting and raising awareness of the dangers of asbestos exposure and supporting those who are diagnosed with Mesothelioma. Read More
General Motors sentenced following asbestos contamination
July 12, 2016
General Motors UK Ltd has been fined £120,000 after it was discovered that asbestos boarding panels had contaminated a site. Read More
Strengthening a culture of prevention to mitigate asbestos exposure
June 2, 2016
When I speak with people outside of the health and safety community, they are shocked to hear asbestos is still Read More
The asbestos crisis: why Britain needs an eradication law
October 21, 2015
A cross-party group of MPs have called for the eradication of all the remaining asbestos in Britain’s workplaces and public Read More
