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Record level of alcohol deaths recorded during pandemic
Deaths caused by alcohol consumption hit a new high during the first nine months of 2020, new figures for England and Wales show. Between January and September, 5,640 deaths were registered with…Feb 12, 21 -
Alcohol Testing: Complete solutions for any setting
At Randox Testing Services we offer a range of modern alcohol testing solutions to meet your requirements, whatever the application. To support your workplace drug and alcohol policy, we offer instant results…Dec 14, 20 -
Workplace Drug & Alcohol Testing: How Randox Testing Services can help
With the widespread availability of drugs and alcohol, there is an increased risk of substance abuse in the workplace leading to huge ramifications for a business and its employees. Jeopardising the safety…Nov 24, 20 -
Wales introduce minimum alcohol pricing
From 2nd March, there was a change in the way alcohol is sold in Wales, with the introduction of minimum unit pricing (MUP). Retailers and any outlets serving alcohol must charge at…Mar 11, 20 -
Practical steps for dealing with substance misuse in the workplace
What is substance misuse? Substance misuse (or abuse) is defined as the sustained use of any mind-altering substance. This includes legal substances like solvents and alcohol as well as illegal drugs. Through…Nov 14, 19 -
Addressing Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace
Within any business, companies seek to outline clear methods in which employees should act and behave whilst carrying out their roles. These rules are outlined in company workplace policies. Every business –…Sep 10, 19 -
Complete Drug and Alcohol Testing Solutions
At Randox Testing Services we provide reliable and cost-effective employee testing for a wide range of industries including aviation, maritime, manufacturing and many more. We cater to all business needs and offer…Dec 19, 18 -
Drink Driving at Christmas time
Over the Christmas period many people will take the opportunity to see friends, family and celebrate the year. These celebrations can take many forms but often involve a drink or two. During…Dec 4, 18 -
Minimum alcohol pricing comes into effect in Scotland
Towards the end of 2017, we discussed how Scotland was in the process of trying to implement minimum pricing for alcohol products. A pricing plan had originally been passed back in May…May 1, 18 -
Drink Driving Limits UK & Ireland
Strict alcohol limits and drink drive penalties exist to ensure safe driving on the roads. It’s been estimated that between 2010 and 2015 there were 36,900 reported drink drive accidents and 1410…Dec 5, 17
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