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Asbestos in cars

Asbestos in cars manufactured before 1999 Did you know there used to be asbestos in cars? In the past, asbestos was extensively used in the manufacture of motor vehicles in parts such as brake pads/shoes, gaskets, internal combustion components and lots of other assorted parts. Asbestos was banned from use in car parts in 1999 […]

Read the full article | Published May 29, 2018

Family makes emotional appeal after father’s death from mesothelioma

Death from mesothelioma – family appeal for help after father’s death The family of an elderly man from South Wales are appealing for help from the public and his ex work colleagues after his death from mesothelioma. Mr Vivian Jones died aged 85 from the asbestos related cancer on the 31st July 2016. He had previously […]

Read the full article | Published May 21, 2018

Family of man who died from Asbestos illness call for workplace safety to be made priority

Lawyers and family of asbestos victim issue plea to employers A former asbestos removal worker’s family and lawyers say they urged his employers to mark Workers’ Memorial Day by renewing their commitment to health and safety following his illness and death two years ago from mesothelioma. The event took place on the 28th April. The […]

Read the full article | Published May 08, 2018

9/11 ferry boat hero dies from likely asbestos related cancer

45 year old’s death from cancer being attributed to asbestos exposure In the years since the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York on September 11, 2001, thousands who were there have since died of mesothelioma and other asbestos related cancer. 45-year-old ferry boat captain, Thomas Phelan, has been the latest […]

Read the full article | Published Apr 16, 2018

Asbestos in houses

Asbestos is often present in older houses. Here are some signs to out look for which may indicate that asbestos is lurking in your home.

Read the full article | Published Apr 16, 2018