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
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
This guide was last updated in August 2011.
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
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
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