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Belfast scaffolding firm fined after driver killed by falling board

HSENI found inadequate exclusion zone controls after Samuel Magill was struck by a falling metal scaffold board during dismantling work in Belfast.

Storm Boelo brings weekend wind warnings to northern UK

Storm Boelo brings wind warnings for 24–25 October across northern UK, as the Met Office brings forward Storm Austen’s amber warning.

New York installs new sidewalk shed designs as numbers fall

New York installs PAU's Baseline and Speed Shed designs, with rules enabling wider use expected before year-end.

Storm Austen brings amber wind warning for south-west England

An amber wind warning runs from 01:00 to 10:00 BST on Friday 23 October, with gusts around 80mph possible on exposed headlands.

Two workers hospitalised after partial collapse at Banbury construction site

Two workers were taken to hospital after a partial collapse at a Banbury construction site on 21 October. HSE says it is making enquiries, according to Construction Enquirer.

Hong Kong fire inquiry delivers report as safety reforms loom

The inquiry into the Wang Fuk Court fire, which killed 168 people, has submitted its report. Findings remain unpublished while Hong Kong considers the impact on criminal proceedings.

PHD Access announces €37.7m investment for European expansion

PHD Access has announced a €37.7m investment from MML Ireland and Goodbody to support European growth and acquisitions, subject to regulatory approval.

Taylor Wimpey faces union challenge over notices to 19 scaffolders

Unite says 19 directly employed scaffolders and 31 joiners in the North East have received dismissal notices amid a dispute over proposed changes to pay and bonuses. Taylor Wimpey says discussions are continuing.

HAKI scaffolding earnings fall as UK demand stays weak

HAKI Safety reports lower Q3 scaffolding earnings as UK demand stays soft, delayed orders affect sales and Combisafe integration weighs on the group.

Scaffolding boss urges first aid training after saving colleague

Ascent Access Scaffolding MD Nathan Huband is calling for more first aid training after using CPR to help save colleague Raj Soni at the firm’s Netherton yard.

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