Health and safety is obviously important, but due to a combination of political correctness and lack common sense, it has become a joke.
The Government needs to look at the legislation to ensure this department has a sensible remit which helps, rather than hinders, industry.
David Barratt
Southbourne Grove
Westcliff
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