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New plant health rules come into force
The government has reminded industry about new plant health regulations taking effect next week, aimed at controlling specific pests and goods.
Employment Rights Act roll out continues
The gradual roll out of the Employment Rights Act picks up speed in October, with the introduction of several measures on harassment and trade unions.
STIHL’s ALLPRO Battery Alliance is growing
AS-Motor, Tielbürger and Kwern will be using high-performance batteries from STIHL in future.
Free handbook on permeable front gardens launched
A range of organisations in the North West of England have produced a user-friendly guide on permeable driveways and other features in an effort to combat a national trend towards impermeable front gardens.
Worsening droughts could bring further water restrictions
The UK government has declared severe drought conditions in several parts of the England, increasing the chances of new water use restrictions on local landscapers and other businesses.
Scottish Garden Design Competition opens for applications
Unique Showcase Gardens category offers designers the opportunity to have their work judged across an entire year.
Johnsons Nurseries supplies plants for Rockliffe‘s multimillion-pound transformation
One of the UK’s largest plant nurseries, Johnsons Nurseries Ltd, has continued its long-standing relationship with the five-star luxury resort, Rockliffe.
British Hardwood Tree Nursery celebrates five years of Plant Health Certification
British Hardwood Tree Nursery (BHT), one of Origin Green-tech's specialist brands, is celebrating the renewal of its Plant Healthy certification for the fifth consecutive year.
BALI Members encouraged to apply for Plant Health Professional Development Award
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone seeking formal recognition of their plant health professional status, with access to free training, mentoring and CPD. Up to 30 awards are available for the 2026–27 application period.
Community comes together to transform school space into £80,000 Sensory Garden
Local businesses, volunteers and community groups are being invited to help bring an ambitious new sensory garden to life at St George’s Junior School in Shrewsbury.
