There are reports that the government’s Green Homes voucher scheme might come to an end in March, less than a year after its launch. 

 

While there have been almost 70,000 applications for vouchers, by the end of January only 21,000 vouchers had been issued and less than 3,000 installations had been completed. 

 

Industry experts are arguing that options available for homeowners, such as heat pumps, don’t meet the needs of many families. 

Logistics businesses all around the country have seen increased demand, even before we started to shop and work from home during the last year. 

 

The Office for National Statistics says that internet shopping accounted for more than a quarter of all our retail spending in September 2020. 

 

MSE has been working at warehouse and distribution sites across the country to help them meet this growing demand with improved electrical installations and lighting. 

Guidance is now available about how ventilation can help to protect people against coronavirus. 

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is carrying out spot checks and inspections to make sure businesses are COVID-secure across the country. 

 

They are calling and visiting premises to speak with employers. They are checking the measures they have in place and making sure they are working in line with government guidance. 

 

Inspectors are helpfully giving advice on how to manage the risks and protect workers, customers and visitors, but there’s a sting in the tail. Businesses that don’t participate in the spot checks could be subject to enforcement action. 

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