The HSE recently released its 2025 Health & Safety Statistics for Great Britain. The figures highlight the ongoing challenges faced by workplaces:
- 1.9 million people living with a work-related illness
- 964,000 cases of stress, depression or anxiety
- 511,000 musculoskeletal disorders
- 2,218 mesothelioma deaths linked to past asbestos exposure (2023)
- 124 workers killed in work-related accidents
- 680,000 injuries reported via the Labour Force Survey
- 59,219 injuries reported under RIDDOR
- 40.1 million working days lost due to illness and injury
- £22.9 billion estimated cost of poor working conditions (2023/24)
The full release includes detailed commentary, sector breakdowns, and infographic-style summaries available on the statistics webpages.
At MSP, we believe prevention is key. Our e-learning courses are designed to tackle these risks head-on, including:
Depression Awareness
Asbestos Awareness
Working at Height
IOSH Approved Managing Safely
…and many more compliant and competitive online training options available through our online portal.
For details of health & safety advice in Poole and Bournemouth, contact us at info@mspbusinessservices.co.uk or call 01202 800175.