Lord Young has published his review of health and safety, Common Sense - Common Safety. Commissioned by the Prime Minister, the report makes recommendations for improving the way health and safety is applied and tackling the compensation culture.
Judith Hackitt explains why the Government-commissioned report, prepared by Lord Young of Graffham was a welcome step for health and safety.
Lord Young report and other related information
HSE launches a new online risk assessment, which will help cut back the time it takes to weigh up the hazards in offices to around 20 minutes. The web tool will help employers avoid unnecessary paperwork and bureaucracy.