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New Weight Rules for North Sea Workers Set to Take Effect in November

New weight regulations for offshore helicopter travel in the North Sea will take effect in November, requiring workers to weigh no more than 124 kg. Currently, up to 800 workers exceed this limit, prompting concerns about job losses. The policy aims to enhance safety during emergency rescues, following warnings from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.

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New weight regulations for offshore helicopter travel in the North Sea will take effect in November, requiring workers to weigh no more than 124 kg. Currently, up to 800 workers exceed this limit, prompting concerns about job losses. The policy aims to enhance safety during emergency rescues, following warnings from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.

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Hundreds of North Sea workers too heavy for new helicopter rules

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New Weight Rules for North Sea Workers Set to Take Effect in November