On 17th September 2007, Workplace Law Network reported that criminal prosecturions brought under the Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002, more than tripled last year to 37.
In 2003 - 2004 HSe launched seven prosecutions, in 2004 - 2005 this rose to twelve, but jumped to thrity seven in 2005 - 2006.
Average penalities in 2005/6 were £29,997, but this included several fines of more than £100,000.
Companies and company directors are warned to take notice of this growing trend to prosecute and ensure that they do not fall foul of the legislation.
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