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The latest figures from the UKATA Asbestos Health Statistics, supported by figures from the HSE’s 2025 report, show an average of 13 people per day in Great Britain still die from asbestos-related diseases. That equates to approximately 5,000 lives lost each year, a tragic legacy of historic exposure that continues to cast a long shadow over the present. The Statistics: A Stark Reminder In 2023 alone, the UK recorded: 2,218 mesothelioma deaths, a cancer almost exclusively caused by asbestos exposure.…

We are very happy to announce a change of ownership at HCS Safety.   As of April 2025, we are now 75% owned by the HCS Safety Employee Ownership Trust. These are exciting times for all of us as we welcome in a new era of employee ownership. We have always had a strong team ethos here at HCS Safety, but this is now made so much more real and we look forward to the future, of owning our own…

Work-related stress is no longer something optional to tackle—it has become a legal obligation, a business-critical issue, and a moral responsibility for employers in the UK. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), stress, depression or anxiety accounted for 51% of all work-related ill health and over half of working days lost in recent years. What is Work-Related Stress? HSE defines stress as “the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them…

In October 2021, four individuals tragically lost their lives during a paddleboarding tour on the River Cleddau in Haverfordwest, Wales. The tour was organised by Nerys Bethan Lloyd, a 39-year-old former police officer and owner of Salty Dog Co Ltd. Despite severe weather warnings and hazardous river conditions, Lloyd proceeded with the activity, leading the group near a dangerous weir without any safety measures nor any form of planning. The Outcome The victims—Morgan Rogers (24), Nicola Wheatley (40), Andrea Powell…

The Annual Forum 2025 is an exclusive event for our members, providing the latest insights and updates in the world of health and safety. This year, the forum continued to grew to over 270 members, featuring an impressive line-up of speakers, exhibitors, and cutting-edge developments aimed at supporting our members in their professional roles. Our exhibitors: Solent Business & Skills Solutions KodaSoft University of Surrey Allica Bank Investors in People Gallagher Insurance View HR The event opened with a membership…

We are very proud to be assisting the University of Surrey on a research project into mental health in construction, and we need your help! Construction workers are invited to complete a short online survey, exploring their preferences for seeking help for mental health problems. Some participants may also be invited for interviews to discuss their experiences and beliefs about accessing therapy. Those wishing to participate must be over the age of 18, live in the UK and speak fluent…