Attacks on prison staff rise 21% in a year
Attacks on prison staff rose 21% in a year as record levels of violence continue to sweep through jails in England and Wales, official figures show.
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Farmers warned to safety of casual staff
Farmers have been told to ensure casual workers are properly trained to use equipment and that they are aware of safe stop procedures.
Firefighters launch lockable device to stop vulnerable people accessing gas cookers
A north-east fire station is introducing a new safety device to keep vulnerable individuals safe in their homes.
Scottish Government rejects calls for helicopter inquiry
The Scottish Government has rejected calls for a public inquiry into North Sea helicopter safety.
Police cuts behind fall in drivers being prosecuted for using mobiles, says RAC
A cut in the number of traffic police officers has led to a significant drop in people being prosecuted for driving while using a mobile phone, the RAC has told the BBC.
Plans to increase safety of taxi and minicab passengers
All taxi and minicab drivers could have to pass enhanced criminal record checks under Government plans to protect vulnerable passengers.
Pilot explains why plane approaching runway went back into air during Storm Erik
A pilot has explained a key flight manoeuvre that British Airways performed while descending into London Heathrow during the difficult weather conditions of Storm Erik.
Warning issued to farmers after boy badly hurt
Farmers and crofters have been reminded not to carry children as passengers on all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
Aberdeen school pupil safety concerns over inconsiderate drivers
Parents at an Aberdeen school have slammed inconsiderate drivers and called for further enforcement action over the number of cars parking inappropriately during collection and pick-up time.
Safety group ensuring rural school pupils can be seen and inspire adults to do the same
Youngsters at a rural primary school have been given fluorescent goodies by a safety group encouraging them all to be easily seen.
Expert’s briefing on safety
How to prevent accidents offshore through the use of better communication will be explored at The Press and Journal’s next Business Briefing.
Just 25% of bin lorries in northern Scotland have technology recommended after Glasgow’s 2014 tragedy
Just a quarter of bin lorries in the north of Scotland are equipped with the life-saving technology recommended in the wake of the Glasgow bin lorry crash.
Hundreds of cabs banned from roads for failing taxi safety checks
Hundreds of taxis are being banned from the roads every year for failing routine council safety checks.
Farm safety message in week of tragic accidents
As Scottish agriculture reels from two fatal accidents this week, the farmers union has stepped up guidance on working at height, the industry’s second-highest cause of death.
Public urged to prepare their vehicles for the winter period
An annual campaign to improve road safety over the winter period launched yesterday.
Police urge public to prepare vehicles ahead of potentially severe winter weather
People in the north-east are being encouraged to prepare their vehicles for potentially severe weather this winter.
Scottish drivers warned to stay safe as winter approaches
The head of road policing Scotland has issued an impassioned plea for drivers to remain safe this winter following a year of fatal tragedies on the country’s roads.
VIDEO: Unwell crewman winched to safety by Shetland Coastguard
Coastguard search and rescue helicopter Rescue 900 was called to assist a sick fisherman earlier today.
Police Scotland hits out at failure by drivers to heed basic road safety laws
Police have expressed their disappointment at the ongoing failure of drivers to heed basic road safety laws.
Helicopter safety inquiry ‘not necessary’, says Aberdeenshire MP Colin Clark
An Aberdeenshire MP has said a public inquiry into offshore helicopter travel is “not necessary” amid union concerns over safety.
Police warn speeders near Inverness primary schools
A total of 38 drivers were stopped for speeding near to two primary schools in Inverness - with one motorists caught doing almost twice the limit in a 20mph zone.
Pupils hurt as wall collapses at Aberdeen primary school
Calls for school safety improvements were made yesterday after two pupils were hurt when a wall collapsed at an Aberdeen primary school.
Safety campaign for Black Isle horse riders receives MSP backing
Campaigners on the Black Isle are aiming to raise awareness on road safety for horses and their riders.
Shetland firm handed HSE notice over Aberdeen Harbour safety concerns
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) yesterday made public a prohibition notice served to Shetland-based company Ocean Kinetics for a safety breach while working at Aberdeen Harbour.
Volkswagen and Seat ‘selling cars they know have serious safety issue’
Volkswagen and Seat are selling vehicles which Volkswagen Group knows have faulty seat belts, a consumer group has claimed.
Digital parenting: What can we do to make sure children are safe in a world that they often know more about than we do?
Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp are all apps you’re likely familiar with. Share photos with friends, update your status for followers or send private text and voice messages at the touch of a button.
Unions to meet Scottish Government to rally support for helicopter inquiry
Unions will meet with Scottish Government ministers next month to rally support for a wide-ranging inquiry into offshore helicopter safety.
Union officials back Airbus’ latest copter safety steps
Union officials have backed Airbus’ efforts to make its global fleet safe in the wake of a fatal Super Puma helicopter crash in Norway.
Former JLS star adds voice to campaign urging better farm safety
Former JLS Star JB Gill has thrown his weight behind an initiative to improve farm safety for both staff and children after it emerged agriculture is still one of the most dangerous industries to work in.
Industry yet to ‘crack the major fatalities problem’ offshore, expert says
A safety expert has lamented the industry’s inability to “crack” the issue of deaths offshore.
Ex-helicopter test pilot hails progress on safety
A retired North Sea test pilot says “remarkable” progress has been made in helicopter safety.
Police and fire service join together to combat fire-raising in Nairn
Nairn police are warning of the dangers of deliberately setting fires and the safe use of disposable single use barbecues during the summer months.