Course description
Whilst health and safety prosecutions are in decline, their sentences have increased dramatically, making it even more important for health and safety lawyers to approach cases with a careful consideration of the most recent case law. With this in mind, it is important to approach the public interest test with caution.
Laura Thomas presents this concise webinar which explores the relevant public interest factors and how they are applied by the enforcing authority.
It will cover the mechanics of the decision to prosecute, the Code for Crown Prosecutors, the HSE Enforcement Policy Statement, the significance of relevant case law and more.
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Introduction
With health and safety prosecutions in decline but sentences dramatically increased, the role of the public interest test in deciding who to prosecute and for what is under increasing scrutiny. This webinar will explore the relevant public interest factors and how they are applied by the enforcing authority. A must for anyone starting out in health and safety defence and a timely update for those already engaged in the practice.What You Will Learn
This webinar will cover the following:
- The mechanics of decision to prosecute
- The Code for Crown Prosecutors
- The HSE Enforcement Policy Statement
- Public interest factors
- The significance of relevant case law
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