UK – Health and Safety

WOBO is pleased to provide links to issues and matters taking place within the UK and the promotion of safety HSE publish new advice for stone worktop installers Britain’s workplace safety regulator has published a guide of do’s and don’ts for people installing stone worktops....

Housebuilder & Developer – Responses to the changes within the National Planning Policy Framework

WOBO acknowledges the housing proposals of the UK Government and the need to revise the planning framework – it is interesting to see that many of the comments and concerns are not dissimilar to those being experienced within the global setting INDUSTRY REACTS TO NATIONAL...

Security Matters News and Updates

WOBO recognises the role security has in the provision of safety and is pleased to provide links to developments and activities taking place to support both members and fellow professionals Government signposts all-new Laboratory for AI Security Research THE GOVERNMENT has announced the launch of...

Training and Development 26

WOBO Governor David Gibson is pleased to provide professional development opportunities to both members and fellow professionals. Join us and Alcumus SafeContractor on the 13 February at 10:30am to learn how to build and maintain a robust and reliable on-site contractor network.  Are you confident...

Articles and Video Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided to support members and fellow professionals development. (CPD) The successful procurement and contracting of the optimal battery technology for BESS projects in Poland requires a multi-faceted approach that balances technical, economic, and regulatory considerations. By carefully selecting the right battery...

Cross – Top Ten Safety Reports of 2024

A Year in Reports: The top 10 most read CROSS Safety Reports of 2024 Hello 2025 and goodbye to 2024! From car parks, to digital engineering, to concerns about competency; join us as we countdown some of our most popular Safety Reports of the last twelve...

Health and Safety Executive UK News Items

WOBO recognises the developments taking place within the UK and thanks HSE for their support in global news and developments Health and Safety Executive turns 50 HSE celebrated 50 years on 1 January 2025 – Created by the Health and Safety at Work etc Act...

UK: Office for Nuclear Regulation News and Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided by the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) GE-Hitachi’s BWRX-300 completes first step of our Generic Design Assessment With a scope and schedule agreed for the technical assessment of the GE-Hitachi BWRX-300 design, the process can now move into Step 2....

Renewable Energy Updates and News

WOBO recognises the global activities related to energy and thanks renewable energy for the links to activities taking place. Technology Breakthroughs Are Unlocking Geothermal Energy’s Vast Potential Across The Globe With global electricity demand set to grow strongly, new technologies are opening up the massive...

Public Space Academy News and Updates

WOBO is pleased to provide an update from the Public Space Academy – a fellow partner with UN-Habitat. The PUBLIC SPACE academy We would like to celebrate with you a year of inspiration and commitment to advancing public space culture. As you may recall, in January 2024...

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