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Autumn Budget Briefing
An analysis by the BALI policy team of the Autumn 2025 Budget
Our view: Budget 2025 a mix of pain and gain for landscaping industry
A fuel duty freeze will be welcomed by those with larger vehicle fleets and support for SMEs to deliver apprenticeships delivering huge savings for BALI member businesses, but a freezing of income tax and NI thresholds until 2030-31 could create staffing and wage squeezes, while environmental issues largely ignored by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Ecoscape UK Launches Easy Fit Aluminium Decking System
Ecoscape UK is expanding its portfolio with the launch of the Easy Fit Aluminium Decking System — a fully integrated, non-combustible decking solution engineered for demanding commercial, residential, and high-rise environments.
Spruce removal grant returns with better terms
Owners or managers of spruce which host the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle in England or fall within the proactive spruce removal area can now apply for a more generous grant to remove the tree.
Have your plants been damaged at border checks?
A recent spate of reports by HortWeek suggest persistent issues around border checks on plants, and we are keen to hear about your experiences of receiving damaged goods.
Origin Amenity Solutions hosts successful golf irrigation training days
Origin Amenity Solutions, the exclusive Rain Bird Golf distributor for the UK, recently hosted two successful golf irrigation training days, providing delegates with a comprehensive understanding of their irrigation systems and how to optimise their performance.
Gain free access to HR and Health and Safety advice
Did you know? As a BALI member you get FREE access to HR and Health & Safety advice through your membership?
Smart Safety Through the Seasons: Essential PPE for Landscapers
Paul Hicks, Marketing and Product Manager at STIHL GB, discusses what qualities landscapers should prioritise in their PPE to ensure safety, comfort, and productivity during the cooler months.
Tim O’Hare Associates welcomes Gareth Phillips as Senior Agronomist
Tim O’Hare Associates (TOHA), the industry’s leading independent environmental consultancy specialising in soil science, landscape engineering, and sports agronomy, has welcomed Gareth Phillips in the role of Senior Agronomist to its Wallingford-based team.
Andy Harris appointed contracts director at Blakedown Landscapes
Blakedown Landscapes has appointed Andy Harris as Contracts Director, joining the company’s Board of Directors.