Contractors should change contracts to ensure they pass HSE charges to correct company, says expert

OPINION: Building contractors should be busy revising their standard contracts to make sure that they are not about to be on the hook for costs caused by the health and safety lapses of another company. 01 Feb 2012

Businesses will no longer be automatically at fault in some personal injury claims, Prime Minister says

Companies will no longer be automatically liable for some workplace injuries under Government plans to change the 'strict liability' regime attached to some health and safety regulations, the Prime Minister has announced. 06 Jan 2012

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Proposed health and safety reform to reduce 'strict liability' burdens on businesses

Self-employed people "whose work activities pose no potential risk of harm to others" should be excluded from the scope of health and safety law, according to a new report. 30 Nov 2011

Supreme Court upholds Scottish pleural plaques compensation law

Insurance and wealth management Insurance companies cannot prevent people in Scotland claiming damages from negligent employers for an asbestos-related condition, the Supreme Court has confirmed. 13 Oct 2011