Asbestos6 days agoMarket asbestos risk revealed days before closureWestmorland and Furness Council says it is a "desperately unfortunate situation".6 days ago20 Feb 2026My life changed in an instant after terminal diagnosisPatrick Malone says a new support service for people who are living with mesothelioma has been "invaluable".20 Feb 20262 Feb 2026One-way system plan declared 'recipe for disaster' Residents say the redevelopment of an asbestos landfill will see their village flooded with HGVs. 2 Feb 202610 Dec 2025Scottish Power liable for worker's asbestos death, court rulesRobert Crozier died after developing cancer from asbestos exposure while working for Scottish Power.10 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Hospital pays six-figure sum over asbestos deathGeoff King, 76, worked for 21 years in areas contaminated with asbestos dust and debris, lawyers say.9 Dec 20255 Dec 2025'Hallelujah': Residents rejoice as work to clear bad smell startsDescribing the odour on a hot day, one dog walker says, "Imagine a cesspit".5 Dec 202514 Nov 2025Dozens of Australian and NZ schools shut over asbestos risk in children's sandThe Australian regulator has recalled several sand products used by children for play, but says the risk from them is "low".14 Nov 20257 Nov 2025Trespassers warned of asbestos risk at old factoryTrespassers are risking their health, say the owners of an abandoned asbestos factory in Rochdale.7 Nov 20254 Nov 2025Wildlife calendar launched in memory of fatherLisa Staniforth created the calendar to raise money for charity after her father died from cancer.4 Nov 2025...
