Government launches consultation on proposed Counter-Terrorism Bill
March 4, 2024
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
February 21, 2024
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?
September 20, 2023
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
September 7, 2023
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
August 2, 2023
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!
May 10, 2023
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
February 14, 2018
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
January 4, 2018
Breaches to health and safety legislation at three Poundstretcher stores has resulted in the retail chain being hit with a large fine.
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Full case: Cotswolds-based activity firm cleared of charges after girl fell 10m
July 7, 2017
Cotswold firm cleared after girl falls from 10m platform. Read More
Gross negligence manslaughter: ‘Sit up & take note’ as jail terms increase
July 4, 2017
New guidelines on sentencing for gross negligence manslaughter revealed. Read More