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Pseudomonas : More facts are needed
Following the tragic baby deaths in Belfast’s Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital, investigations into how and where this killer bug, pseudomonas, thrived need to be carried out quickly and accurately. Members of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association are as keen as any in the industry to find out the real facts from the investigators. The worst thing we can do is jump to conclusions and respond without more information. Meanwhile a greater... [more]
HVCA BECOMES B&ES ON 1 MARCH 2012
The Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association (HVCA) is rebranding and from 1 March 2012 will be known as the Building & Engineering Services Association (B&ES). The HVCA, established in 1904 as the National Association of Master Heating and Domestic Engineers, adopted the HVCA name in 1963. Bob Shelley, President of the HVCA comments, “ Back then, of course, that’s exactly how the majority of the members would have described themsel... [more]
Danfoss provides added value training for heat pumps installers
Danfoss Heat Pumps UK introduces a bespoke training course to help approved installers with the understanding and interpretation of the MIS 3005 standard, which is essential for compliance to the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). The new version (3.1) of the standard was announced in January this year and Danfoss Heat Pumps’ training department acted swiftly to design a dedicated course to respond to this, announcing a series of cou... [more]
Business Intelligence Seminars at Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Show 2012 sponsored by Climate Center
Climate Center announces it is sponsoring the high profile Business Intelligence Seminars at the forthcoming ACR Show 2012. The seminars are being staged in a purpose-designed auditorium on the floor of the show, which takes place at the NEC, Birmingham, 13 to 15 March, 2012. The high quality programme will address key issues facing the air conditioning and refrigeration industry, including changing legislation, training needs, new business... [more]
Yorkshire Copper Tube calls for the government to review its laws on metal scrappage to help plumbers across the UK
It is a fact that metal theft keeps increasing, leaving business out of pocket and unable to complete planned jobs. When trading in scrap metal in other parts of Europe people are required to give their full personal details and a bank account for money to be transferred into, which deters theft and ensures that dealers are accountable for the goods they receive. Neil said: “As we are a member of the KME Group of companies, which together r... [more]
Other Legislation and regulations news and reviews
S.Africa plans to regulate fees lawyers can charge
JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa's government has sent legislation to parliament to set limits on how much lawyers can charge their clients in a bid to lower fees and increase access to legal services for the bulk of the population, an official said on Friday. The Legal Practice Bill calls for setting up a 21-member board that includes attorneys, academics and Justice Ministry appointees to ...
Feedback for Exclusive Economic Zone regulations
Environment Minister Amy Adams today released a discussion document on proposed regulations for the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and Continental Shelf Bill which provides stronger protection for New Zealand's marine environment.
Environmentalists Against Drilling Proposals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - State lawmakers heard more than six hours of testimony Monday from environmentalists and others with concerns about a bill laying out Ohio's new regulations for horizontal shale drilling.
B.C. pharmacies face ban on generic drug rebates
Following the lead of Ontario and Quebec, new rules in B.C. part of legislation are under review to lower pharmaceutical drug prices
Tour buses win one battle, facing more
Tour bus riders in San Francisco will not be forced to use headsets, and operators will not have to obtain permits. The proposed restrictions, intended to reduce noise and other complaints related to an industry credited with helping The City’s tourism flourish, were scrapped amid strong opposition from bus operators. The Board of Supervisors is set to vote Tuesday on legislation that will ...
Gov. Perdue issues executive order creating fracking task force
Perdue establishes a work group to “develop recommendations for regulatory framework and interagency protocols for oil and gas exploration.” Perdue wants the group to include appointees from the Democrat and Republican leadership in the House and Senate.
Quebec's largest student group vows to defy government's new emergency law
MONTREAL - Quebec's largest student group has vowed to defy the Quebec government's new emergency law, calling for a summer of protests and acts of civil disobedience.
Environmentalists criticize Ohio drilling rules
COLUMBUS — State lawmakers heard more than six hours of testimony Monday from environmentalists and others with concerns about a bill laying out Ohio's new regulations for horizontal shale drilling.
Quebec student bill 'worst law' since War Measures Act: law professor
MONTREAL - There were warnings Friday from Quebec's legal community that the government's strict legislation aimed at ending the student crisis has gone too far.
Government: Related News
5/22/2012 - Mass. Right to Repair Bill Jumps First Hurdle A little more than a month after consumers and neighborhood repairers packed a Massachusetts State House hearing room to urge passage of the Right to Repair legislation, the State Senate late Thursday evening strongly approved the measure....
