Former builder allowed the dumping of asbestos on his land for £3 million
A jail sentence has been handed down to an ex-builder who made almost £3 million by permitting lethal asbestos to be dumped on his land.
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Landmark report into asbestos in UK buildings highlights persistent dangers of the substance
A recent report has highlighted the widespread presence of asbestos in UK buildings and the need for more comprehensive asbestos management and removal procedures.
Discovery of asbestos in demolished building forces closure of Essex school until the New Year
Asbestos is found in an Essex school, prompting concern from parents and teachers.
Fine handed down to Eddie Stobart in relation to builders’ exposure to asbestos
Eddie Stobart, a logistics company, is fined for not properly managing asbestos-containing materials.
Its Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Don’t forget asbestos can cause lung cancer too
November is lung cancer awareness month, with a focus on the link between asbestos exposure and lung cancer.
Company directors fined for unsafe asbestos removal
Directors of a property company have been fined for unsafe asbestos removal from a residential property. Read about the details of the case.
Asbestos confirmed to be present in half of NHS buildings in Scotland
Asbestos-containing materials are found in several NHS buildings in Scotland, highlighting the need for proper asbestos management and removal in healthcare facilities.