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As Stone points out, the new guidelines reflect a shift in not only public opinion but concerns among certain members of the judiciary, including Lord Thomas, the Lord Chief Justice. “As [the Lord Chief Justice] has made clear in recent appeal court decisions, the purpose of fines is to reduce criminal offences, reform and rehabilitate the offender and protect the public,” Stone remarked, adding that if the changes in sentencing practice do not help achieve these objectives – particularly ensuring compliance and discouraging law breaking – then they count for nothing. “What we will need to see is clear evidence that the new guidelines have played their part in improving health & safety,” he remarked.

Of course, the whole purpose of this exercise shouldn’t be simply to further bolster the coffers of the Treasury. It should provide a further incentive (as if one should really be required at all for such a critical issue) to put in place and adhere to a rigid and effective health & safety regime in the workplace. As Stone concludes, the objective must be to reduce the deficit of fatal and major injuries and occupational ill health. So, if you are ever tempted to take the odd shortcut regarding your company’s health & safety practices – don’t.

Ed Holden

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