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Private equity firms target Irish fire safety in new wave of acquisitions
Ireland’s fire safety sector is drawing sharp interest from private equity, with consolidation accelerating in what has long been a fragmented market.
Experts call for NHS period tracking app amid data privacy concerns
Private menstrual tracking apps are collecting highly sensitive health data and selling it at scale, posing risks ranging from cyberstalking to workplace and insurance discrimination, according to a new report from the University of Cambridge
Embed wellbeing to strengthen business
Pirtek UK and Ireland is proving that a proactive approach to mental wellbeing can drive real business benefits.
Trauma still driving careers in health and safety
Nearly half of today’s health and safety professionals were propelled into the field by personal experience with workplace accidents, according to new findings from RRC International.
Are We Prioritising Safety—or Just Playing by the Rules?
A Glasgow building collapses, yet no rules were broken. In Ireland, hospitals are overcrowded, putting patients and staff under immense pressure.
Workplace Safety and Well-Being Are Declining—What Ireland and UK Leaders Must Know
New research highlights a troubling trend—workplace safety and well-being are on the decline, with employees feeling increasingly vulnerable to both physical and psychological threats.
Reframing Diversity and Inclusion in the NHS – A Call for Pragmatism
Health Secretary Wes Streeting is urging the NHS to reset its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), warning that “misguided” strategies—such as promoting “anti-whiteness”—are undermining progress. Instead of ideological posturing, he advocates a return to fundamentals: tackling real health inequalities through evidence-based policies.
Women’s Leadership in Healthcare is a Missed Opportunity
Despite making up 70% of the healthcare workforce, women hold only 25% of leadership roles.
DEI Watchlists and Public Health Risks – A Warning for UK & Ireland’s Health & Safety Leaders
A new online “DEI Watchlist” targeting US federal employees is sparking serious concerns about the politicisation of workplace equity initiatives.
Why Independent Boards Are a Game-Changer for Workplace Safety
New research suggests that independent corporate boards don’t just boost governance—they save lives. A study analysing workplace injury data from 377 parent firms found a striking correlation: companies forced to transition to independent boards saw a 9-10% drop in workplace injuries.


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