newsHSE appoints new non-executive director
A NEW non-executive director has been appointed to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Board by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions.
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newsAnalysis reveals UK’s deadliest workplaces
NEW ANALYSIS of Health and Safety Executive (HSE) fatal injury data shows construction and agriculture remain two of the sectors with the highest numbers of workplace deaths in Britain.
productBHSEA 2026 conference focuses on brave conversations
BIRMINGHAM HEALTH Safety & Environment Association (BHSEA) is calling on safety leaders across the West Midlands to rethink how they influence behaviour, as it unveils its 2026 Annual Conference – a full day dedicated to mastering the conversations that drive safer workplaces.
newsModern slavery warning signs missed by UK firms
MOST UK businesses lack the basic systems needed to identify and prevent modern slavery, despite over half believing they are capable of managing the risk, according to new research published by the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH).
articlePractitioner viewpoint
LOUISE WARD explores how the post-pandemic, AI-enabled workplace is reshaping safety roles, arguing that professionals must pair digital tools with critical thinking and human judgement to manage emerging risks and maximise technology’s potential.
newsBritish Safety Council launches hidden hazards campaign
BRITISH SAFETY Council has launched Hidden Hazards, a new UK-wide campaign to raise awareness of the invisible risks that affect millions of workers, and encourage more concerted action by employers, the Government and others to prevent harm before it occurs.
newsAcas updates disciplinary code
WORKPLACE EXPERT, Acas, has launched a consultation on updates to its Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures to promote early and informal resolution of concerns at work.
articleLessons in safety
CLEAR, WELL-structured interviews are at the heart of any successful incident investigation, helping uncover root causes and prevent repeat events. Natalie Sherborne explains how to approach them with confidence and consistency.
articleOccupational hazards
DR CHRISTOPHER Davis explores why occupational safety and health can no longer afford to overlook the world’s informal workers, where millions remain exposed to risk without adequate protection, regulation or support.
newsIOSH urges national focus on workplace safety
AS THE new administration sets its priorities, IOSH says greater focus is needed on worker safety, health and wellbeing to help create a more sustainable and productive economy.
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