New Waste Standard
The Carbon Trust has introduced a new waste standard, in the form of a certificate awarded to businesses that can demonstrate that they are measuring, managing and reducing waste. Read more at
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Encryption of Information
Under the Data Protection Act , data controllers are responsible for ensuring any personal data stored on portable devices is encrypted, in cases where the loss of information could cause the customer clear damage or distress. Read more at
Web Defamation Act
On 1 January 2014 The Defamation Act and the Defamation (Operators of Websites) Regulations came into force. Website operators can use as a valid defence any evidence to show they did not themselves post the statement in question, provided they…
Guidance for Commercial Vehicle Sector
In October 2013, the senior traffic commissioner published revised statutory guidance for the commercial vehicle. New standards are set out for those working in bus, coach and haulage sectors. Read more at Or find the new guidance document at…
Light Goods Vehicles
A best practice guide for the Light Goods Vehicle Sector has been published by VOSA. It contains advice regarding legal responsibilities, the objective is to help raise maintenance standards and create a safer road network, as well as keeping…
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency named
Source: Moving On The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will replace the DSA and VOSA A new agency with responsibility for maintaining vehicle standards has been launched today (28 November 2013) as the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA),…
Updated guidance: Dangerous Substances in the workplace
Source: HSE Five pieces of health and safety guidance have been combined to help employers more quickly and easily understand how to protect their workers from dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has consolidated five…
Updated Guidance: controlling hazardous substances in the workplace
Source: HSE Information on controlling substances that are hazardous to the health of workers has been updated to help businesses comply with legal requirements. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revised its Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) to clarify…
Changes to Green Deal and The Energy Company Obligation
As part of the Energy Bills announcements earlier this week, the government outlined proposed changes to ECO, and announced that £540 million will be made available over the next three years to boost energy efficiency. £450 million of the £540…
Revised guidance on managing and controlling asbestos
Source: HSE The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revised guidance to help businesses understand how to work safely with asbestos. The Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs) L127 (The management of asbestos in non-domestic premises) and L143 (Work with materials…