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What happens in an HSE inspection of a small business?

05.06.2026

By Lee Mills

If the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) decides to inspect your business, an inspector will arrive (announced or unannounced) and...

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What is the Fair Work Agency and what can it do? A 2026 guide for UK employers

27.05.2026

By Gill McAteer

The Fair Work Agency (FWA) is a new UK government enforcement body that launched on 7 April 2026 to enforce...

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What happens in an HSE inspection of a small business?

What is the Fair Work Agency and what can it do? A 2026 guide for UK employers

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