podcastIN 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.
newsTWO IN five professionals say they often experience challenges with their mental health as a result of their work or working life, according to new findings released by Institution of Occupational Safety and Health this Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May).
newsNEW RESEARCH reveals 6.1m UK workers with line management responsibility are not prepared for conversations about mental health with those they have a duty of care for.
newsAS UK productivity flatlines, with output per hour worked down 0.5% year on year, new research from EcoOnline reveals that gaps in workplace safety may be holding back workforce performance and business growth.
newsNEW RESEARCH from Westfield Health finds that above-average wellbeing provision in construction is failing to prevent burnout, with a quarter of the sector’s workforce affected, more than any other industry.
newsALMOST A third (32%) of bosses report stress, anxiety, depression or other mental health problems as a reason staff give for sickness absence.
newsTHE UK has passed five million working days lost to mental-ill health in 2026, underlining the growing impact of mental health-related conditions such as anxiety, depression, stress and burnout on the UK workforce.
newsNEW RESEARCH from workplace health specialists Lime Health has highlighted the need for mental health support among construction workers, with 37% listing this as a workplace benefit that would make a marked difference to their lives.
newsUK BUSINESSES are overlooking a key health and safety risk despite increasing regulatory focus on workplace mental health, new data suggests.
newsBRITAIN’S MANUFACTURERS are world leaders in health and safety but must step up efforts to tackle workplace wellbeing and stress, according to new research.
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