Press Releases
Press Releases
Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2026: Highlighting Ongoing Risks and the Importance of Competent Training
UKATA is supporting Global Asbestos Awareness Week 2026, running from 1–7 April, in partnership with The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organisation (ADAO) to raise awareness
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UKATA Attends Mesothelioma UK Corporate Thank You Day
Representatives from UKATA, Craig Evans and Debbie Nixon, were proud to attend the recent Corporate Thank You Day hosted by Mesothelioma UK. The event brought together co
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UKATA Announces Ellie Johns as Speaker at The Health & Safety Event 2026
UKATA is pleased to announce that newly appointed UKATA Director Ellie Johns will be speaking at The Health & Safety Event 2026, taking place from 28-30 April at the NEC
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UKATA Reflects on Inspiring Mesothelioma UK Ladies’ Lunch 2026
UKATA was proud to attend and support the Mesothelioma UK Ladies’ Lunch 2026, held on 20 March at the Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel. The event brought toget
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UKATA Webinar Explores the Role of the Female Analyst Working Group
On 27 February 2026, UKATA hosted a webinar titled “Raising Standards for All: The Work of the Female Analyst Working Group”, delivered by asbestos management specialist
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Save the Date: UKATA Asbestos Conference 2026 Announced
Following the resounding success of UKATACON 2025, UKATA is delighted to announce the dates and venue for its next landmark event. The UKATA Asbestos Conference 2026 (UKA
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Smyths Toys Issues Product Recall Notices for Safety Concerns
A recent product recall issued by Smyths Toys has once again highlighted the importance of vigilance when it comes to hazardous materials in consumer products particularl
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UKATA Confirms Board Update
UKATA is pleased to announce the appointment of Ellie Johns to its Board of Directors as a representative of the Non-Licensable sector and to confirm the appointment of A
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Two Companies and Site Manager Prosecuted Following Large Scale Asbestos Disturbance
Two Midlands companies and a site manager have been sentenced after a largescale asbestos disturbance and illegal clearance operation was carried out at a Cannock demolit
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UKATA Responds to Alleged CITB Test Centre Fraud
The integrity of health and safety training and certification is fundamental to protecting lives across the construction and asbestos sectors. UKATA takes any attempt to
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