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Three-quarters of Indian companies predict fixed-term employment contracts will rise under new labour laws

Nearly 75 per cent of companies expect wider adoption of structured fixed-term employment (FTE) following the implementation of India’s new Labour Codes, suggesting a growing shift towards a more formal and regulated workforce structure, according to a new report.

By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 17 April 2026

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Compressed air: always manage the risks

Compressed air systems are a vital feature in many workplaces, but it is crucial they are safely used and maintained to prevent workers being put at risk of serious injury.

By Chloe Miller, CC Consulting on 17 April 2026

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The human cost of pesticides in Indian farming

By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 17 April 2026

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A toxic cocktail: inside India’s smoky commercial kitchens

By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 17 April 2026

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Portable gas detection: back to basics

By Megan Hine, Draeger Safety UK on 02 April 2026

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Forge fined £750k after worker fatally entangled in lathe

A family-run forge in Halesowen, West Midlands, has been fined £750,000 after an employee sustained fatal injuries when he became entangled in a 20-metre long lathe.

By Belinda Liversedge on 19 February 2026

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Managing hazardous waste: environmental regulation and practical tips for EHS managers

A failure to properly classify, store, handle and dispose of hazardous waste can result in civil or criminal penalties. It is therefore essential that businesses have an appropriate management system to ensure waste is correctly identified, accompanied by the correct documentation and handled only by licensed contractors.

By Emma Tattersdill, Bexley Beaumont law firm on 17 April 2026