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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 withFeb 12, 21 -
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 atMar 11, 20 -
Randox Testing Services announce attendance at HRD Summit 2020
RTS are pleased to announce we will be attending the HRD Summit 2020. The two-day event is taking place on 4-5 February at the ICC, Birmingham. The HRD Summit plays host toJan 20, 20 -
New report highlights scale & causes of prescription drug dependence in UK
A new report has highlighted the scale and causes of prescription drug prevalence in the UK. In 2017, the minister for public health and primary care commissioned Public Health England (PHE) toDec 3, 19 -
FORS Associate membership approval for RTS
Randox Testing Services are pleased to announce we have received approval to become an Associate of the Fleet Operators Recognition Scheme (FORS). The Scheme is a voluntary accreditation scheme encompassing all aspectsJun 17, 19 -
Benefits of Implementing a Workplace Testing Programme
Workplace drug & alcohol testing is, for many companies, a contentious issue. Some see it as a method in protecting the safety of their employees, enabling them to carry out their dailyMay 21, 19 -
Randox Testing Services are attending Safety & Health Expo 2019
RTS are delighted to announce we will be attending the Safety & Health Expo 2019. This year the event will take place at ExCel London, from 18th – 20th June. The SafetyMay 8, 19 -
Randox Testing Services are attending the UK Infrastructure Show 2019
Randox Testing Services are delighted to announce we will be attending the UK Infrastructure Show 2019! Held at the NEC Birmingham, the one day event on the 30th April, the UK InfrastructureApr 16, 19 -
Workplace Testing in the Manufacturing Industry
Within the manufacturing industry health and safety must be at the forefront of all employer’s mind-sets. As a high-risk industry, manufacturing employers must be extra vigilant and proactive when it comes toFeb 22, 19 -
The Effects of Ecstasy
What is Ecstasy? Ecstasy (more formally known as MDMA) is a Class A illicit drug, meaning it is illegal to possess or trade. MDMA itself is a white, tan or brown powder,Feb 18, 19
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