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Today we examine how costs and risks are systematically transferred from corporations to society, thus inflating their true profit, whilst we are left to pick-up the tally. And its true across many sectors of the economy. Worse, regulators are captured thus reinforcing this inequitable trend. Asbestos is one prime example of the capacity of corporations … Continue reading “Privatise The Profits, Socialise The Losses = Societal Harm”
There have been no nationally coordinated mass media public health campaigns that highlight and explain the risks of exposure to legacy asbestos in Australia. Our research suggests that federal and state public health communications on asbestos risks are presently restricted to online guidance and fact sheets, and occasional messages through social media channels and community … Continue reading “When Is A Warning NOT A Warning?”
This the first part in a series of posts about the risks from asbestos, in which we discuss findings from our household surveys. Importantly, There is no known safe level of exposure to asbestos. Remarkably brief periods of exposure to legacy asbestos or exposure to low doses of asbestos fibres can kill you (and those … Continue reading “The Silent Killer You Need To Know About… [Podcast]”
This the first part in a series of posts about the risks from asbestos from Asbestos Awareness Australia, in which we discuss findings from our household surveys. Importantly, There is no known safe level of exposure to asbestos. Remarkably brief periods of exposure to legacy asbestos or exposure to low doses of asbestos fibres can … Continue reading “The Silent Killer You Need To Know About…”
From The Conversation. ASIC has the powers of a royal commission and, in fact, it has greater powers than a royal commission. – Treasurer Scott Morrison, speaking to reporters, April 8, 2016. Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has promised to set up a royal commission into misconduct in the banking and financial services industry if elected. … Continue reading “FactCheck: does ASIC already have the powers of a royal commission and more?”