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Energy Firm’s £1m Fine After Gas Leak Accident

09Feb

One of Britain’s biggest energy firms has been fined £1m after a worker was almost killed when he was trapped for an hour in a gas leak.

Worker Injured In Port Accident

28Jan

The man was part of a three-man team who were attaching heavy ropes to land when the port accident happened in June 2014.

Schools Reminded Of Health And Safety Duties

27Jan

School has been reminded of their health and safety responsibilities after a lab technician lost part of three fingers in class demonstration.

Where To Get Your Dog Microchipped For Free

26Jan

You can get your dog microchipped for free at Dogs Trust in Sadberge. By appointment only – call 01325 333114 for details.

Deaf Worker Loses Hand In Accident

26Jan

A recycling firm has been ordered to pay £17,000 in compensation to a deaf employee who lost his right hand in an accident.

Council Fined After Legionnaires’ Disease Death

25Jan

A local authority has been fined £100,000 after an elderly man died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease in a care home.

Company Fined After Middlesbrough Man’s Death

25Nov

North East company fined £400,000 after Middlesbrough man fell 25 feet at Hartlepool Dock.

Illott V Mitson [2015] – The End Of Testamentary Freedom?

03Nov

Earlier this year the Court of Appeal made a ruling that shocked many, both inside ...

Fitters Injured In Flash Fire

28Oct

Two fitters suffered facial burns and head injuries when a gas canister burst into flames ...

Multinationals Fined Over Work Accident Tragedy

09Oct

Two multinational firms prosecuted after one worker dies and another suffers serious injuries in work accident tragedy.

Helpful Tips To Help You Pack Shopping Safely

05Oct

To coincide with the new law requiring larger stores to charge 5p for carrier bags, the Food Standards Agency has released guidance on how to pack your shopping safely.

Britons Plagued By Nuisance Calls

02Oct

Eight out of ten Britons who responded to a recent survey say they have received nuisance calls or texts from claims management companies.

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