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How to minimise the risk of balcony fires20 September 2019

How to minimise the risk of balcony fires

Balconies provide an invaluable outdoor space and an ideal place for socialising for many flat owners and occupiers. However, they also bring risks associated with discarded cigarettes and the use…

Court success: school caretaker’s occupational stress claim dismissed16 September 2019

Court success: school caretaker’s occupational stress claim dismissed

This case concerned a £100,000 claim for occupational stress brought by a former caretaker at a local authority school in the Royal Borough of Kingston-upon-Thames. Background The claimant initially alleged…

How can housing associations help an ageing urban population?11 September 2019

How can housing associations help an ageing urban population?

With an increase in elderly urbanisation, housing associations need to future-proof plans, designs and homes to fit the needs of older residents and enable independent living.

Court success: medical records crucial in kerb trip claim22 August 2019

Court success: medical records crucial in kerb trip claim

The claimant sought damages from Newcastle City Council following a fall over a pin kerb separating a path from an adjacent paved area. He landed heavily on his right knee…

How sauna fires can lead to multimillion pound losses19 August 2019

How sauna fires can lead to multimillion pound losses

Saunas are present in an increasing range of occupancies – not only traditional commercial leisure industries such as health clubs, hotels and leisure centres – but also in residential developments and…

Employee-supported volunteering and the changing workplace2 August 2019

Employee-supported volunteering and the changing workplace

Many companies recognise that supporting employees to get involved in the community is good for business and for good causes as well as good for the employees who volunteer.

Reports

Special Report: Understanding safeguarding legislation, policy and procedures in 2019

Safeguarding – protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse and neglect – is the most important duty any public or voluntary sector organisation can exercise.

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Risk Resources

Our hubs provide a comprehensive guide to managing three of the top risks the public sector faces – from laws and regulations, to a range of risk management measures that can help you avoid potential catastrophes.

Safeguarding Risk Resource

This resource aims to provide a comprehensive guide to managing safeguarding risk – from identifying abuse or neglect to encouraging an open reporting culture.

Flood Risk Resource

Flooding is an increasing risk in many parts of the UK. We aim to answer your questions about flood risk – from identifying the types of risks you face, to what to do if you fall victim to flooding.

Fire Risk Resource

This resource aims to answer questions about fire risk – from laws and regulations, to a range of risk management measures that can help you avoid potential catastrophes.

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Understanding safeguarding legislation, policy and procedures in 2019

Safeguarding – protecting vulnerable individuals from abuse and neglect – is the most important duty any public or voluntary sector organisation can exercise.

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SPECIAL REPORT

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