Electronic NewsWe are pleased to share with you the latest edition of “frESH Law Horizons: Key Developments in UK & EU Environment, Safety and Health Law, Procedure and Policy”. This month we review 40 new developments that may be of interest to those in the environmental, safety and health sector, including:

  • BUPA was fined £3 million after pleading guilty to a breach at a care home.
  • The Sentencing Council consults on a general guideline for offences not covered by specific guidance.
  •  New laws to restrict drones flying above 400 feet and within 1 kilometre of airport boundaries.
  • Circular Economy Task Force presents a report that recycled plastic could supply nearly three-quarters of UK demand.
  • ECHA add eight new substances of very high concern (SVHC) to the Candidate Listfollowing the identification by the ECHA Member State Committee (MSC).

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