Man killed in incident at Tayto crisps factory
A man in his 60s has died following an incident at the Tayto Snacks factory in County Meath. Gardaí and the HSA are investigating the tragic workplace accident.
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Worker killed in machine over missing 50p screw
Alban Watts, 61, was strangled in a hen-feeding machine after a 50p screw was missing. His family blasts farm bosses as the company is fined £50,000. Read the full investigation.
Farm fined £50k after worker killed by missing screw
A Cumbria egg producer fined £50,000 after Alban Watts was strangled by machinery. HSE found a missing 50p screw could have prevented the tragedy. Learn about workplace safety failures.
Teen dies in workplace tractor accident in Cambridgeshire
A 19-year-old girl, Žavinta Petrašiūtė, has died after a tragic industrial accident involving a tractor at Pretoria Energy in Cambridgeshire. Police and HSE are investigating. A fundraiser has been set up to support her family.
Workplace hangovers cost UK economy £1.4 billion
As Christmas parties begin, new data reveals the staggering £1.4bn cost of workplace hangovers and widespread substance misuse. Discover how UK employers are tackling this crisis.
Apprentice, 15, dies after air hose workplace prank
A teenage apprentice has died after coworkers forced a high-pressure air hose into his body during a workplace 'joke'. The tragic incident highlights the dangers of compressed air misuse.
Men's Health Crisis: UK Men Ignore Serious Symptoms
A new report reveals over 50% of British men ignore worrying health issues, leading to more severe problems. Discover the reasons and the new workplace initiative tackling this silent crisis.
Physics Explains Britain's Burnout Crisis
Discover how physics principles reveal why our work culture causes burnout. Learn why building 'surge capacity' is essential for mental health in high-pressure Britain.
Centrelink pays £33k to ex-staff over mental health resignation
A former Centrelink employee wins £33,000 compensation after being forced to resign during mental health crisis. Read the full Fair Work Commission ruling details.
91% of UK Adults Experience Burnout: Expert Tips
Mental Health UK reveals 91% of adults faced extreme stress. Learn to identify burnout symptoms and discover expert strategies for recovery and prevention.
UK's New Blueprint for Employee Retention & Wellbeing
Discover how forward-thinking UK employers are revolutionising workplace support to help staff overcome health challenges and stay in work, boosting both wellbeing and business performance.
Radio host Annabelle Brett reveals miscarriage heartbreak
BBC Radio presenter Annabelle Brett opens up about her devastating miscarriage experience, sharing the emotional turmoil and importance of workplace support during personal tragedy.
Business Chief Demands Sick Note System Overhaul
Former John Lewis chairman Sir Charlie Mayfield calls for urgent reform of UK sick note culture, warning it's pushing people out of work and burdening the NHS.
1 in 4 UK pet owners take animals to work
New research exposes Britain's workplace revolution as millions of employees now bring their furry companions to the office, with dogs dominating the trend.
Mechanic dies after being trapped between vehicles in garage accident
A dedicated mechanic lost his life in a devastating workplace accident after becoming trapped between two vehicles at a West Midlands garage, prompting HSE investigation.
UK Sick Leave Crisis: 44% More Workers Off Ill
Britain faces a growing workplace health crisis as long-term sickness absence soars, with business leaders warning of economic consequences and calling for urgent government action.
UK Government Launches Workplace Sickness Review
The British government has initiated a comprehensive independent review to tackle the growing workplace sickness absence crisis, with potential reforms to the controversial 'fit note' system and support for long-term ill employees.
UK worklessness crisis to cost employers £6bn yearly
A shocking new report reveals British businesses must invest £6 billion yearly to tackle the growing worklessness epidemic, with mental health support and flexible working at the forefront of the solution.
Gen Z's Office Frog Trend Takes UK Workplaces By Storm
Discover why young professionals are striking unusual frog-like poses in offices across the UK, and what this viral trend reveals about modern workplace culture.
Manslaughter probe after Roman tower collapse kills worker
A construction worker has tragically died after a wall collapsed at a Roman tower excavation site in London, prompting a manslaughter inquiry and raising serious safety concerns.
Why hugging is becoming essential in UK workplaces
Discover how British professionals are embracing workplace hugging as a tool for wellbeing and productivity, and why this surprising trend is transforming corporate culture across the UK.
Office Traitors: How BBC Show Mirrors Workplace Betrayals
The psychology behind BBC's 'The Traitors' reveals uncomfortable truths about office politics, backstabbing colleagues, and the emotional toll of workplace deception in British corporate culture.
Work stress made me bald at 23
A 23-year-old woman shares her devastating journey with sudden hair loss caused by workplace stress, revealing how alopecia transformed her life and the treatments that finally worked.
Railway worker's miraculous escape from 100mph train
Exclusive: Railway worker reveals his heart-stopping near-death experience after being caught on the tracks as an express train approached at full speed. The miraculous survival story that will make you think twice about railway safety.
Gen Z Abandoning Office Jobs: The Real Reason
A seismic shift is underway as Generation Z workers abandon traditional office jobs in favour of flexible work, better mental health and authentic company values. Discover why Britain's youngest professionals are rewriting the rulebook on employment.
Workaholic Warning Signs: Are You Addicted to Work?
Discover the hidden signs of work addiction and learn how to recognise if your career dedication has crossed into dangerous territory. Expert insights reveal the psychological and physical toll of workaholism.
Met Police whistleblower reveals racist abuse drove her suicidal
Exclusive: A former Met Police officer details how racist abuse, misogynistic comments about rape victims, and lack of support drove her to suicidal thoughts, exposing deep cultural problems within Britain's largest police force.
Indian uni demands period proof from female staff
A prestigious Indian university has sparked fury after demanding female employees provide photographic evidence of their sanitary pads when complaining of period-related fatigue, in a controversial new attendance policy.
Workplace Habits That Make Colleagues Dislike You
Career expert reveals the common workplace behaviours that make colleagues dislike you - from energy vampires to credit stealers. Discover how to identify and eliminate these toxic traits.
CBS News faces internal complaint between journalists
Exclusive: CBS News confronts fresh controversy as correspondent Michelle Miller files formal complaint against veteran anchor Dana Jacobson, alleging toxic workplace behaviour and raising questions about newsroom culture at the prestigious network.
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