There has been a substantial increase in the largest fines for health and safety incidents in the UK, with some of the biggest brands in business having to pay millions of pounds for failing to control serious risks to employees and the public.

The European Commission has launched a new initiative that aims to provide further protection for the health and safety of workers across Europe.

Older pedestrians are at increased risk of injury on the roads during the month of December, according to recent research.

In an attempt to reduce the number of devastating road traffic accidents over the Christmas period, road safety charity Brake has renewed its call for drivers to stay sober if they are driving during the holidays.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a new strategy for health in Britain’s workplaces.