What is Diversity? Diversity is recognising, respecting and celebrating each other’s differences. A diverse environment is one with a wide range of backgrounds and mindsets, which allows for an empowered culture of creativity and innovation. What is Inclusion? Inclusion means creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. An inclusive environment can only be […]
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is increasingly becoming a concern as we traverse through the digital age, our personal data can be easily accessed at any time and anywhere in the world. After Brexit in 2020, the UK was required to create its own GDPR standards (based on the EU’s GDPR) which set out key […]
In last week’s issue, we illuminated just how devastating damp and mould conditions can be and the ramifications they can cause if left unaddressed. Today we’ll be discussing: The Law? Who’s responsible? How to deal with it? What is the new law? On 20 March 2019, a new law came into force to ensure that […]
Damp and mould at home increases the risk of having problems with respiratory, allergies or asthma. In November 2022, damp and mould exposure led to the death of 2-year old Awaab Ishak in Rochdale which was caused by a serious respiratory condition at home. Local authorities across the UK have since taken action, urging landlords […]
Yashmitha Bhudram an Environmental Health Practitioner (EHP) shares her story and experiences in Pretoria, South Africa with the local government City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality. What do you love about Environmental Health (EH)? “It’s all around us, it’s everything we are” ~ Yashmitha Bhudram Years in Environmental Health 13 years Day in the life of […]