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Lithium-ion batteries a ‘real’ fire risk, survey suggests

Webinar surveys reveals that 16% of 450 organisations, including NHS sites, have had a lithium-ion battery fire incident. Read More

The aftermath of Grenfell: A comprehensive overview of UK’s building safety reforms

The team at Addleshaw Goddard provide an overview of the key legal developments since the Grenfell fire in June 2017, focusing on building and fire safety. Read More

Government launches consultation on proposed Counter-Terrorism Bill

Fieldfisher's Beth Thompson and Andrew Sanderson provide an update on the proposed Counter-Terrorism Bill, where the Government has called for responses for its policymaking consultation. Read More

The building safety occupation regime and the Golden Thread – filling in the details

In this article, Erin Broughton, Associate at Addleshaw Goddard, looks at the Safety Risk Regulations that came into force on 16 January, and provides further detail on how those responsible must manage safety risks at occupied higher-risk buildings. Read More

October deadline for higher risk building registration & Building Safety Act provisions: What do you need to know?

Natalie Sellar at Addleshaw Goddard provides a timely reminder for building owners, managers and Principal Accountable Persons that the 1 October 2023 deadline for higher risk building registration is fast approaching. Read More

RAAC: Initial legal insight

Over 150 schools have now been identified as having Reinforced Autoclave Aerated Concrete (RAAC) in their buildings. Law firm Fieldfisher LLP offers legal advice on the ramifications. Read More

Legal perspective: Croydon tram disaster

Emma Evans and Claire Burrows at Brabners LLP share their legal observations following last week's prosecutions following the Croydon tram disaster. Read More

Editor’s pick: Events not to miss at Safety & Health Expo this May!

Safety & Health Expo 2023 (16-18 May) is almost here and with that in mind, I've picked out some fantastic show highlights not to miss... Read More

Worker’s hand partially severed in chop saw

A manufacturing company based in Gloucester has been fined after an incident at its site resulted in a worker having his fingers and part of his palm severed. Read More

£1m fine for health and safety breaches at Poundstretcher

Breaches to health and safety legislation at three Poundstretcher stores has resulted in the retail chain being hit with a large fine. Read More



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