Reducing risk on environmental regulation
Something a bit different today - I’m delighted to introduce a guest post from Tamma Carel at Newcastle based iCOR Systems.
Tamma is an expert in keeping up with environmental regulations and tells me about the need for all businesses to be up to speed:
“Environmental legislation applies to every business, but may or may not be relevant based on the size of the business. The risk is that as organisations grow, they may miss some of the thresholds for compliance if they don't know about them and therefore risk prosecution or pollution. Other laws are not size dependent so would apply to a one person band or a thousand strong equally e.g. waste law.”
If you’re in business, I hope you find Tamma’s advice below helpful. I’ll be back tomorrow with the usual general Tuesday weekly update too.
Why is a Legal Register important for business?
With the business world becoming increasingly dynamic, staying compliant with evolving legal and regulatory standards is more critical than ever.
One of the most effective ways for businesses to manage their obligations is through the use of a legal register.
A legal register serves as a comprehensive tool that helps businesses track and manage all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. It offers a systematic way to ensure compliance with various legal obligations, providing the following key benefits:
1. Risk Management: It helps businesses identify potential legal gaps and non-compliance risks before they become liabilities, allowing them to take proactive measures.
2. Improved Accountability: A legal register clearly outlines responsibilities within your organisation, ensuring all teams are aware of the laws that impact their roles.
3. Efficiency: By consolidating relevant regulations in one place, it simplifies the process of compliance management, saving time and resources.
4. Regulatory Preparedness: A legal register keeps businesses up-to-date with the latest changes in law, ensuring that you are always prepared for new or amended regulations.
Whether you’re in manufacturing, technology, retail, or any other industry, maintaining a legal register helps protect your business from potential fines, penalties, and reputational damage while also promoting operational integrity. To streamline the process, iCOR offers an intuitive platform that helps businesses manage their legal registers.
Want to know more? Check out the in-depth blog on iCOR here.
For small businesses, making a plan for action on carbon reduction can be overwhelming. Whatever your motivation, The Northern Eco is here to help with an action-orientated workshop that gives your business all the tools you need to get started on your carbon reduction journey. Our next workshop is taking place on Wednesday, November 13 and you can book a place here.
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We’ll be back as usual tomorrow with our general news round-up. I hope you’ve enjoyed this second business newsletter and would love to hear any comments or feedback you have.