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UK General Election 2024

The UK has a new Government following the election on 04 July. But will it make us safer, happier and healthier? Check out our asks – and stay informed with our articles, policy positions and more.

The Houses of Parliament in London

We're making five clear calls to action for the new UK Parliament, informed by our recent survey of IOSH members. Find out what they are – and why these workplace safety and health concerns need to be heard by the Government. 

“The new Government is missing a trick if it doesn’t focus on protecting people at work."

Ruth Wilkinson

Job role
Head of Policy and Public Affairs
Company
IOSH

Our survey said...

We asked our members what they believe the top three priorities for the next Government should be. They said: 

  • Mental health in the workplace

    38%

  • Health and Safety Executive funding

    36%

  • Supporting future generations with skills

    35%

Two women with punnets of strawberries on a production line

What will tomorrow’s workplace look like? What are the risks and opportunities? Our report explores the possible ‘what if’ scenarios that will impact the health, safety and wellbeing of all workers. And it highlights the role we can all play in shaping positive outcomes.