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Women in Safety & Health Awards 2026 news

WISH Awards entry deadline extended

THE ENTRY deadline has been extended  for the 2026 Women in Safety & Health Awards, a new event celebrating the achievements, leadership, and innovation of women working across the health and safety sector.

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Health & Safety Matters Podcast – Episode 48

IN THIS episode, host Mark Sennett sits down with EcoOnline’s David Picton. They discuss how risks have evolved since the introduction of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 was introduced and if it is still fit for purpose. They also chat about how ”safe choices” have changed in a tech-driven world.

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Practitioner viewpoint

WHEN IT comes to workplace safety, first aid kits are often treated as a tick-box exercise — stocked once and rarely reviewed. But simply meeting the minimum legal requirements isn’t always enough, says Louise Ward.

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