Government pushes through changes to health & safety legislation
A highly contentious proposed change to civil liability laws in relation to breaches of health and safety duties has been included in the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Bill, which is currently working its way through the House of Commons prior to being sent to the Lords.
The Government successfully forced through a clause that will amend the HSWA 1974, by removing the right to bring civil claims for breach of a statutory duty contained in certain health and safety legislation. The proposal fulfils the Government’s commitment to reduce the perceived burden of health and safety, in line with the Löfstedt report’s recommendations.
The S2 Partnership continually monitors changes in legislation that may affect our clients and we will provide you with an update once the Bill has completed its way through parliament. In the meantime please contact us on 01954 267788 should you require details of the potential consequences that this change may have for your organisation.