In line with the Lofstedt review, HSE are considering chopping or modifying a whole load of approved codes of practice (ACOPs). ACOPs hold a special place in UK Law. In short, they both explain what the law intended to say and also translate complicated legal speak into tangible … [Read more...] about ACOP’s Update
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Lofstedt 7 – Keep it Simple
In Chapter 7, Loftstedt really gets going. As I mentioned in earlier blogs, a real problem for many businesses is keeping up with the ever increasing amount and apparent complexity of legislation. It’s sometimes not what it says, but more finding out it exists and where to find … [Read more...] about Lofstedt 7 – Keep it Simple
Lofstedt 6 – The EU
Chapter 6 of the Lofstedt report is all about better engagement with the EU. In view of the UK’s latest brushes with EU leaders over the common currency and financial regulation, this may not work. I know technically the UK has quite a say in the running of the EU. But in … [Read more...] about Lofstedt 6 – The EU
Lofstedt – Chapter 4, Everyone Has a Part to Play
Chapter 4 of Loftstedt’s report takes a look at the scope of UK regulations. In particular it’s interested to see whether that proportionate, risk-based approach is applied. One might argue that bigger, riskier businesses should have to do more to satisfy the law. There are also … [Read more...] about Lofstedt – Chapter 4, Everyone Has a Part to Play
Lofstedt Ideals – Chapter 1
As promised, I will be looking at some of the Loftstedt report in more detail over a series of blogs. History is a wonderful thing. Loftstedt begins his report in Chapter 1 by reminding us all about how things used to be. Before the 1974 health and safety at work act, things … [Read more...] about Lofstedt Ideals – Chapter 1