Dates for your diary - April 2026

Dates for your diary – April 2026

The Health & Safety Event NEC Birmingham 28 – 30 April An opportunity for health and safety professionals to come together, share best practices and explore the latest innovations and trends in the sector. Register here Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live London – 1 – 2 July Keynote Speakers include Sarah Newton, Chair of the […]

BSIF testing reveals 82% of non-member PPE failed safety and compliance checks in 2025

BSIF testing reveals 82% of non-member PPE failed safety and compliance checks in 2025

New market surveillance data highlights widespread failures in PPE performance, certification, and documentation. The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) has revealed that 82% of personal protective equipment (PPE) products sourced from non-registered suppliers failed to meet required standards during testing in 2025, according to findings published in its new white paper, Combatting Substandard PPE in […]

Millions of UK workers could be suffering from ‘second-hand stress

Millions of UK workers could be suffering from ‘second-hand stress

A recent study has revealed that millions of UK employees could be struggling with their own mental health due to those around them exhibiting stress, depression, or anxiety. The research, conducted by health and safety training provider RRC International, found that 964,000 workers in the UK reported themselves to be suffering from stress caused or made […]

Competence Standards

Competence Standards

The BSI is reviewing the frameworks used by Principal Designers and Principal Contractors to demonstrate competence under the Building Safety Act. The aim is to ensure that PAS 8671 and PAS 8672 remain fit for purpose based on the latest legislation, and you can submit feedback until Tuesday 31 March by registering on the Built […]

Are You Ready for the End of Industry Accreditation?

CSCS Update

CSCS is consulting on a proposal to allow a one‐off renewal of the six‐month Provisional card, used for individuals on probation while employers assess their suitability. With concerns about securing sustained employment before the card expires, the aim is to avoid creating a barrier to re‐entry. You can share your views until Friday 17 April. […]

CITB Funding Latest

CITB Funding Latest

CITB has announced how in‐scope employers can access funding for training from 1 April 2026, which will be dependent on the size of organisation. Micro to medium sized employers will be able to book training through Employer Networks at 50% match funding or a fixed contribution for health and safety courses. The funding available will […]

NEW HSE Health and safety at work Vital Statistics A3 Poster

NEW HSE Health and safety at work Vital Statistics A3 Poster

Help to raise awareness and educate your workforce about the consequences of poor health and safety with the vital statistics poster. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) routinely publishes annual statistics on health and safety in Great Britain. The vital statistics poster presents key figures in a clear infographic format, helping health and safety professionals […]

University of East London: Pioneering low-carbon grout for sustainable tunnelling

University of East London: Pioneering low-carbon grout for sustainable tunnelling

The University of East London (UEL) and STRABAG UK are proud to announce a major new collaboration, focused on developing and commercialising a pioneering low-carbon grout that could significantly reduce the environmental impact of tunnelling projects across the UK. Backed by a £216,000 Innovate UK-funded Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), the 26-month project will replace traditional […]

Supply Chain Sustainability School launch new Nature and Biodiversity Modules

Supply Chain Sustainability School launch new Nature and Biodiversity Modules

The Supply Chain Sustainability School has launched new learning modules focused on nature and biodiversity in the built environment. Launched in 2012, the Supply Chain Sustainability School is a FREE virtual learning platform around sustainability, with the aim to upskill those working within, or aspiring to work within, the built environment sector. In the built […]

Salford set for record £525m wastewater reset

Salford set for record £525m wastewater reset

Jacobs, Kier, Mott MacDonald Bentley, Murphy, and VolkerStevin are gearing up to deliver the biggest ever overhaul of Salford’s sewer network under United Utilities’ new AMP8 enterprise model. United Utilities is set to invest more than £525m improving water quality across Salford over the next five years – the biggest ever upgrade to the city’s […]