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Fuel for thought: E10 to be introduced during summer
The transport industry will transition to E10 petrol from summer 2021 to meet global targets.
Eight-toothed spruce bark beetle discovered in Kent
New breeding populations of the pest have been found by routine Forestry Commission plant health surveillance.
Transition from PEACH to IPAFFS postponed
The transition from the current system used to pre-notify Defra of plant imports will now complete in August 2021.
Use of red diesel for landscaping to end April 2022
The government has confirmed use of red diesel for landscaping and construction will end from April 2022.
Health and Safety Executive to continue spot checks
Due to the delay in lifting COVID restrictions, the HSE reminds businesses to keep COVID-secure.
Glyphosate assessment group publish draft findings
The Assessment Group on Glyphosate (AGG) have released a draft report outlining their findings.
Understanding landscaping and value added tax
Technical Officer Owen Baker offers in-depth guidance on when zero-rating applies and when it does not.
Challenges facing front gardens in the UK and America
With climate change and more summer droughts on the horizon, there are many challenges facing our gardens.
Update to Defra's internet-based PEACH system
From 1 June all applications for high priority plants and plant products will need a DUCR number.
Fees introduced for import of EU high-priority goods
Defra has produced guidance on how the fees will be applied and a break-down of the charges.
