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Sentencing guidelines impose tough penalties for health and safety and environmental offences: how can you avoid them?The introduction of the sentencing guidelines in February 2016 has seen health and safety prosecutions treble, particularly in relation to corporate manslaughter, with tougher penalties imposed and fines exceeding £20 million being handed down. With fines having a detrimental effect on both turnover and reputation, how can companies protect themselves?HSE and Environment Agency Prosecution: The New Climate is an accessible reference work that provides guidance to ensure that companies have the correct, stringent risk management and procedures in place in order to protect themselves against exposure to such fines.Through the use of worked cases studies, checklists and charts the expert advice provided is put into context, whether you are a practitioner needing to advise your client, a company director, an in-house lawyer, or a health and safety professional.Split into four sections, this new title covers:Managing Risk; The Law; Enforcement and Sentencing; Inquests and Claims.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Company and Commercial Law online service.

Sentencing guidelines impose tough penalties for health and safety and environmental offences: how can you avoid them? The introduction of the sentencing guidelines in February 2016 has seen health and safety prosecutions treble, particularly in relation to corporate manslaughter, with tougher penalties imposed and fines exceeding £20 million being handed down. With fines having a detrimental effect on both turnover and reputation, how can companies protect themselves? HSE and Environment Agency Prosecution: The New Climate is an accessible reference work that provides guidance to ensure that companies have the correct, stringent risk management and procedures in place in order to protect themselves against exposure to such fines. Through the use of worked cases studies, checklists and charts the expert advice provided is put into context, whether you are a practitioner needing to advise your client, a company director, an in-house lawyer, or a health and safety professional. Split into four sections, this new title covers:Managing Risk; The Law; Enforcement and Sentencing; Inquests and Claims.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Company and Commercial Law online service.

Sentencing guidelines impose tough penalties for health and safety and environmental offences: how can you avoid them? The introduction of the sentencing guidelines in February 2016 has seen health and safety prosecutions treble, particularly in relation to corporate manslaughter, with tougher penalties imposed and fines exceeding £20 million being handed down. With fines having a detrimental effect on both turnover and reputation, how can companies protect themselves? HSE and Environment Agency Prosecution: The New Climate is an accessible reference work that provides guidance to ensure that companies have the correct, stringent risk management and procedures in place in order to protect themselves against exposure to such fines. Through the use of worked cases studies, checklists and charts the expert advice provided is put into context, whether you are a practitioner needing to advise your client, a company director, an in-house lawyer, or a health and safety professional. Split into four sections, this new title covers:Managing Risk; The Law; Enforcement and Sentencing; Inquests and Claims.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Company and Commercial Law online service.

The renewable energy sector is changing rapidly, from funding and legislation through to technology and supply chain. People have relied on many sources for energy in both industry and everyday life, including oil, gas, coal and wood. Renewable energy is now overtaking fossil fuels and as solar energy and wind power become cheaper and more competitive, it is important to understand how the renewableenergy market and relevant law is developing. The Law of Renewable Energy examines the current and future renewable energy options and the legal challenges that surround them. Does renewable mean climate friendly and what about growing crops for energy? If you want to have an understanding of how renewable energy is being used, not just in the UK and Europe but throughout the world, then this is the book for you.This brand new title includes:an overall view on the move to renewablesanalysis of renewable energy casesindustry trendsenvironmental impacta section on future thinkinga global view of renewablesThis book is essential reading for practitioners and anyone with a commercial interest in renewable energy.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

The renewable energy sector is changing rapidly, from funding and legislation through to technology and supply chain. People have relied on many sources for energy in both industry and everyday life, including oil, gas, coal and wood. Renewable energy is now overtaking fossil fuels and as solar energy and wind power become cheaper and more competitive, it is important to understand how the renewableenergy market and relevant law is developing. The Law of Renewable Energy examines the current and future renewable energy options and the legal challenges that surround them. Does renewable mean climate friendly and what about growing crops for energy? If you want to have an understanding of how renewable energy is being used, not just in the UK and Europe but throughout the world, then this is the book for you.This brand new title includes: an overall view on the move to renewables analysis of renewable energy cases industry trends environmental impact a section on future thinking a global view of renewablesThis book is essential reading for practitioners and anyone with a commercial interest in renewable energy.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Environmental Law online service.

The renewable energy sector is changing rapidly, from funding and legislation through to technology and supply chain. People have relied on many sources for energy in both industry and everyday life, including oil, gas, coal and wood. Renewable energy is now overtaking fossil fuels and as solar energy and wind power become cheaper and more competitive, it is important to understand how the renewableenergy market and relevant law is developing. The Law of Renewable Energy examines the current and future renewable energy options and the legal challenges that surround them. Does renewable mean climate friendly and what about growing crops for energy? If you want to have an understanding of how renewable energy is being used, not just in the UK and Europe but throughout the world, then this is the book for you.This brand new title includes: an overall view on the move to renewables analysis of renewable energy cases industry trends environmental impact a section on future thinking a global view of renewablesThis book is essential reading for practitioners and anyone with a commercial interest in renewable energy.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Environmental Law online service.

Water pollution law is the most developed of the pollution control systems. This title contains a comprehensive account of water and waste legislation plus a detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law.This book includes:- A detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law- The impact of Brexit on current regulations- Discussions surrounding UK desalination plants, end of life vehicles and nature conservation- The changes in international regulations and the impact that this has on UK water and waste regulation- The regulation of water quality standards, water pollution control, fisheries, navigation, flood, coastal protection and marine pollution with a wide range of water pollution offencesThe detailed treatment of the issues involved will enable environmental and energy law practitioners to feel confident in what is a complicated area of law.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

Water pollution law is the most developed of the pollution control systems. This title contains a comprehensive account of water and waste legislation plus a detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law.This book includes:- A detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law- The impact of Brexit on current regulations- Discussions surrounding UK desalination plants, end of life vehicles and nature conservation- The changes in international regulations and the impact that this has on UK water and waste regulation- The regulation of water quality standards, water pollution control, fisheries, navigation, flood, coastal protection and marine pollution with a wide range of water pollution offencesThe detailed treatment of the issues involved will enable environmental and energy law practitioners to feel confident in what is a complicated area of law.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Environmental Law online service.

Water pollution law is the most developed of the pollution control systems. This title contains a comprehensive account of water and waste legislation plus a detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law.This book includes:- A detailed interpretation of the relevant statutory provisions and associated case law- The impact of Brexit on current regulations- Discussions surrounding UK desalination plants, end of life vehicles and nature conservation- The changes in international regulations and the impact that this has on UK water and waste regulation- The regulation of water quality standards, water pollution control, fisheries, navigation, flood, coastal protection and marine pollution with a wide range of water pollution offencesThe detailed treatment of the issues involved will enable environmental and energy law practitioners to feel confident in what is a complicated area of law.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Environmental Law online service.

As the challenges posed by climate change become increasingly urgent, the importance of robust climate change law cannot be overstated. Climate change law and related litigation has increased and governments and organisations are being held to account. In Climate Change Law and Practice, Louise Smail draws on her deep knowledge of environmental law to explore the impact of legislation, and looks at how climate change law is working, focusing on the areas where cases have been brought and their success or otherwise.The book examines national regulations, regional agreements, and international treaties, most notably:- The Paris Agreement - The European Green Deal - National laws and regulationsThis book assists barristers and solicitors needing to understand how climate change law is developing to best support their clients. It is useful for policymakers, legislators and companies impacted by climate change laws, as well as academics in the field of environmental law, carbon literacy and climate change.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

As the challenges posed by climate change become increasingly urgent, the importance of robust climate change law cannot be overstated. Climate change law and related litigation has increased and governments and organisations are being held to account. In Climate Change Law and Practice, Louise Smail draws on her deep knowledge of environmental law to explore the impact of legislation, and looks at how climate change law is working, focusing on the areas where cases have been brought and their success or otherwise.The book examines national regulations, regional agreements, and international treaties, most notably:- The Paris Agreement - The European Green Deal - National laws and regulationsThis book assists barristers and solicitors needing to understand how climate change law is developing to best support their clients. It is useful for policymakers, legislators and companies impacted by climate change laws, as well as academics in the field of environmental law, carbon literacy and climate change.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

As the challenges posed by climate change become increasingly urgent, the importance of robust climate change law cannot be overstated. Climate change law and related litigation has increased and governments and organisations are being held to account. In Climate Change Law and Practice, Louise Smail draws on her deep knowledge of environmental law to explore the impact of legislation, and looks at how climate change law is working, focusing on the areas where cases have been brought and their success or otherwise.The book examines national regulations, regional agreements, and international treaties, most notably:- The Paris Agreement - The European Green Deal - National laws and regulationsThis book assists barristers and solicitors needing to understand how climate change law is developing to best support their clients. It is useful for policymakers, legislators and companies impacted by climate change laws, as well as academics in the field of environmental law, carbon literacy and climate change.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is a conservation approach designed to ensure that any development or land-use change results in a measurable increase in biodiversity compared to the baseline conditions prior to the project. This concept transcends the traditional mitigation of environmental impacts, emphasising the enhancement and restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity.Biodiversity Net Gain Law and Practice provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks and policies that govern the protection and enhancement of biodiversity. This book explores the intersection of environmental, planning, and development laws and highlight how these regulations work together to ensure sustainable development and conservation efforts. It looks at key legislation such as the Planning Act 2008, the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, and the National Planning Policy Framework. Through case studies, legal analysis, and policy discussions, this book illustrates the practical applications and challenges of implementing biodiversity laws, and compares their success in the UK, Europe, India, Australia, Japan and South Africa.This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Environmental Law online service.

Drawing on the author''s practical knowledge of British waste regulation law, this book contains a comprehensive account of relevant legislation plus a detailed interpretation of the statutory provisions and associated case law.The new edition contains updated sections on the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, explaining the differences between the law in England and Wales compared to Scotland and discusses the impact the Water Act 2014 will have on waste regulation law and its enforcement. Helpfully, it features a map of how waste regulation law fits together to aide quick comprehension of which legislation to look at and how each applies to particular industries and types of waste. The book also looks at how international regulation is changing and the impact that this has on UK waste regulation.The detailed treatment of the issues involved will enable practitioners to feel confident in what is a complicated area of law. Previous ISBN: 9781845925765This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional''s Environmental Law online service.