Transport

    ICO warns councils over continuous CCTV in taxis

    Councils need to make sure they understand the law regarding CCTV cameras in taxis, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has warned.

    Published date:

    19/08/2018


    Calls for IMO to bring forward rules on palm oil sea dumping

    Calls to amend a planned change in regulations by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)would allow foreign ships to dump palm oil in UK waters for three years, according to the Telegraph.

    Published date:

    16/08/2018


    Fisheries Landing Obligation set to come into full force from January 2019

    The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has confirmed changes to fishing regulations in English waters will come into effect in 2019, according to Gov.uk.

    Published date:

    14/08/2018


    Government to consider introduction of offences for death by cycling

    A government consultation will examine whether a new criminal offence should be created to update cycling laws and bring them into line with the way motorist offences are approached, according to Gov.uk.

    Published date:

    13/08/2018


    Calm and credible: developing a better customer complaints handling system

    An effective process for managing complaints is not only good for business; it also provides an opportunity to learn important lessons that will shape future development of the company. What does a good complaints handling process look like? And how does BS ISO 10002:2018 help?

    Published date:

    23/07/2018


    Ready for anything: why cybersecurity is like a martial art

    Cybersecurity is a bit like a martial art: you might start out thinking about defence, but very soon all sorts of other benefits become apparent, such as confidence, strategic thinking, fitness and heightened awareness. Vulnerability to attack is not just about responding to a one-off; it's also about preparedness and understanding organizational strengths and weaknesses. Is your organization prepared?

    Published date:

    23/07/2018


    Brexit and BSI's standards position: an update

    The UK Government released its white paper 'The future relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union' on July 12. It sets out the Government's vision for the future relationship between the UK and the EU, based on an economic partnership and a set of governance mechanisms to oversee it. BSI has engaged the UK Government since the referendum, educating, informing and advocating support for our position on Brexit and standards. Here is the update on the latest on BSI standards and Brexit.

    Published date:

    23/07/2018


    Consultation launched on rail fare regulations

    Britain's rail companies, together with independent passenger watchdog Transport Focus, are asking passengers to have their say on the future of the rail fares system.

    Published date:

    05/06/2018


    Shipping industry warns of potential for 'chaos' with new sulphur regulations

    The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has warned of the risk of 'chaos and confusion' in the implementation of new regulations requiring a cap of 0.5% sulphur in marine fuel.

    Published date:

    22/05/2018


    Community event: The role of IoT in smart cities

    In the latest BSI community event on the Internet of Things (IoT), we review three reasons how IoT will impact smart cities to drive innovation and efficiency, and to facilitate consumer-centric products and services.

    Published date:

    22/05/2018