A surge in the volume and complexity of UK and EU legislation means today’s working environment is now so comprehensively governed that many duties and penalties imposed on a business will extend to the management and directors personally.
While police, Health and Safety executives, or other regulatory investigations can be daunting, we understand the risks involved and will take immediate action to protect your reputation and secure the best possible outcome.
Our specialist team is on permanent standby to deal with any regulatory investigation, with particular expertise in dealing with HSE, Environmental Agency, Food Safety, and Meat Hygiene, Police/Road Traffic prosecutions, and Trading Standards related investigations.
Health & Safety
Providing a safe environment in which to work is a key responsibility for the management of any organization. We understand the complex legislative responsibility that reposes with businesses when assessing and managing the health and safety risks in their daily operation. Our specialists have a wealth of experience supporting clients in specialist areas including construction, education, energy and waste management, healthcare, local government, manufacturing, and transport.
Environment
Regulating business activities that impact the environment has introduced a wealth of legislation addressing waste management, energy, use of natural resources, and contaminated land. Managing environmental risks in organizations is now an essential part of corporate governance and is no longer limited to traditionally high-risk industries. Whether you need advice on compliance, due diligence, or dealing with an environmental incident our specialists can provide real practical support. Managing investigations by the Environment Agency, local authority, or other regulators can be difficult but we can guide you through the process to ensure the best outcome for your business. If the worst happens and you are facing prosecution we can advise you on the best approach to secure a solution that meets your particular circumstances.
- Transactional support such as due diligence, commercial contracts, and risk management
- Prosecutions, investigations, and enforcement
- Environmental compliance including waste management, water discharges, water abstraction, and contaminated land
- Major incident response
- Environmental Permitting
Food Safety
High-profile supply chain failures in recent years have thrown the food and drink sector into the spotlight and highlighted the importance of robust food safety control systems. We can provide advice on food labelling, packaging, food hygiene, and supply chain security. We can also provide advice and guidance through the process of prosecution and regulatory investigations.
- Food labelling and packaging
- Food hygiene and safety
- Food supply chain security
- Major incident response
- Prosecutions, investigations, and enforcement
For regulatory legal advice on any of the above issues please contact Simon Catterall.
