The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM), which will come into effect on 6th April 2015, will change the way that construction work operates on a domestic and commercial scale across the UK.
New UK broccoli variety given a patent after lengthy legal case
A Norfolk-based research centre recently won a legal battle with the European Patent Office in order to obtain a patent for a new variety of broccoli.
Shopfitting firm prosecuted after worker broke eight ribs in ladder fall
A Birmingham-based shopfitting company – A Edmonds and Co Ltd – has been found guilty of safety failings after one of its workers fell from a ladder and sustained multiple injuries, including eight broken ribs.
Legislation changes to force UK lettings agents to advertise their fees
Changes to the Consumer Rights Act means that UK lettings agents will be required to display their charges and fee structures on their company websites and in physical branch offices, in order to provide their customers with clearer information.
Firm goes to court following unsafe refurbishment work
A London-based construction company – FN Property Limited – has been fined following an inspection conducted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).