Feature Articles

In the UK, the minimum statutory requirement for paid holiday each year is 5.6 weeks — this can include public holidays and is capped at 28 days. There have been significant changes to the law surrounding holiday pay in recent years, with regulations now stating that regular overtime and commission payments need to be included.

Caroline Raine explores the discussions, considerations and history into the classification of titanium dioxide (TiO2) and the controversial decision to classify it as a carcinogen.

Mike Sopp examines the challenges of implementing a key recommendation from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry aimed at assisting those who cannot self-evacuate from residential properties.

The UK’s railways have historically undergone numerous controversial cuts and reorganisations. Traditionally, many come with long delays. However, rail now faces the challenges of climate change, a net-zero destination and arrival times too important to be missed. Jon Herbert reports.

As businesses manage the “great resignation”, can education and training help to slow this trend, and how can tech be used to deliver engaging training and education, asks Dave Howell.