Asbestos, banned in the UK since 1999, still poses a serious health risk. Exposure to asbestos fibers can lead to lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. Despite known dangers, asbestos remains common in school buildings, with damaged fibers causing high risks. The material is safe when undisturbed but poses dangers when airborne. Strict enforcement of regulations, education, safe removal programs, and support for exposed individuals are essential to eradicating asbestos-related health risks. Thousands of people die annually from asbestos-related diseases in the UK, making it a leading cause of work-related deaths in the country.
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How asbestos exposure continues to be a dire health risk in the UK, 25 years after it was banned
