HSE reveals 126 employees died at work last year

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published the latest annual work-related fatalities for Great Britain. The latest statistics show that 126 people died while at work in 2025-26. In conjunction with the annual release of their statistics for work-related fatalities, the HSE has also published new analysis comparing the level and trend of...

Increase in work-related fatalities a ‘huge concern’

New figures published this week (3rd July) reveal that work-related fatalities have increased in Great Britain, with almost 3 workers now killed every week. The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) has said the rise of work-related fatalities is a “huge concern” and shows that urgent action is needed. The latest statistics for...