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Autumn Legislative Programme Published
Legislation UpdateGovernment Chief Whip Jack Chambers TD has published the legislative programme which contains numerous Bills for publication and priority by Ministers in the autumn Oireachtas session. The programme, which was approved by Cabinet on 15 September is published following extensive engagement and consultation in recent weeks with government departments, officials…
Read MoreUK and Ireland: COVID-19 Legislation and Guidance Update
Health & Safety(This blog post covers some of predominate legislation & guidance between 18th July – 15 September 2020) Ireland The Planning and Development Act 2000 (Exempted Development) (No.3) Regulations 2020 (SI No. 293 of 2020) apply from 11 August 2020 and cease to have effect on the day on which Part 3 of…
Read MoreThe Pandemic and Our Environment
EnvironmentThe devastating hit to the economy from Covid-19 and the subsequent almost-global lockdown as we enter into a probable recession is most evident in the permanent closure of small business throughout towns and cities. We are seeing many of the once vibrant shop fronts and restaurants buzzing with a-la-carte diners…
Read MoreThe company and the community: supporting public health
Corporate Social ResponsibilityThe voluntary sector response to the pandemic has also shown the contribution companies can potentially make to public health. This blog sets out the value of companies in supporting local neighbourhoods for sustainable environmental impact. Workplace action The voluntary sector has been essential during phases of lockdown in providing…
Read MoreUK and Ireland: COVID-19 – Legislation and Guidance Update
Legislation Update(This blog post covers legislation and guidance between 11th June – 17th July) Ireland On the 10th of August 2020, Ireland enters into Phase 4, subject to government approval. The primary changes are: pubs, bars, hotel bars and casinos may reopen gatherings of up to 100 people indoors and 500 outdoors…
Read MoreFirst Aid and Covid 19: Guidance for workplaces
Health & SafetyGiving adequate and appropriate first aid assistance to any person suffering from a minor or serious illness or injury is an important part of workplace safety. However, in the age of Covid-19, companies and their first aiders should also be aware of the specific guidance available on first aid provision…
Read MoreUK and Ireland: Coronavirus – Legislation and Guidance Update
Legislation Update(This blog post covers legislation & guidance between 14th May – 11th June Ireland The HSA has published “COVID-19 Templates and Checklists” to help employers open their businesses in a safe manner in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. The Planning and Development Act 2000 (Section…
Read MoreNew Deposit and Return Scheme in Scotland!
EnvironmentHey, did you know Scotland is doing a deposit on drinks containers? All drinks? Well almost, from 50ml (those miniatures) up to 3 litres made from PET (Polyethylene terephthalate ) glass, steel and aluminium. It does not include milk bottles, yogurt drinks and some opaque juice bottles which are mostly…
Read MoreNew Irish Regulation on POPs (Persistent Organic Pollutants)
Legislation UpdateThe European Union (Persistent Organic Pollutants) Regulations 2020 (SI No. 146 of 2020) ensuring Ireland’s compliance with Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 on persistent organic pollutants (recast). Summary These new Irish POPs Regulations aim to ensure compliance in Ireland with the new recast EU POPs Regulation. The EU POPs Regulation is the latest update to…
Read MoreUK and Ireland: COVID-19 Legislation and Guidance Update
Legislation Update(This blog post covers a sample of legislation & guidance published between 9th April – 13th May) Ireland The Construction Industry Federation has developed a plan and standard operating procedures to COVID-19 public health requirements. The “Construction Sector C-19 Pandemic Standard Operating Procedures” document can be found here. The European…
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