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Free handbook on permeable front gardens launched
A range of organisations in the North East 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.
CDM compliance for landscape professionals
Clarifying CDM Regulations: The Association addresses common misconceptions and provides learning resources for members.
Water restrictions remain despite wet weather
All of the water use restrictions – colloquially known as hosepipe bans – introduced by water companies over the summer remain in force, despite widespread rainfall in recent weeks.
Licence requirements for driving a tractor
Driving an agricultural tractor for landscape tasks generally necessitates a goods vehicle driving licence.
Multiple convictions after worker killed by trench collapse
Two companies and a self-employed worker have been sentenced after Gheorghita Arsene, 33, was crushed under two tonnes of soil while working at the bottom of a deep trench.
Sustainable design made easy with new BALI-supported tool
Landscape designers can now make more informed, eco-conscious decisions to help them create sustainable designs from the outset of their projects, thanks to the launch of “elemental”.
Scottish Government unveils new 5-year plan
The recently elected Scottish Government has published its plan for the new parliament, setting out a number of key priorities which may impact the landscaping sector.
Wessex Water restricts water use across South West
Wessex Water, which serves 1.4 million customers across the South West of England, has become the tenth water company to introduce a temporary use ban (TUB) – formerly known as a hosepipe ban – this summer.
Accreditation scheme proposed for climate resilient gardens
A research project, led by Anglian Water, has found a ‘clear opportunity’ for stakeholders to explore the use of accreditation to embed climate-resilient landscape design in new housing developments.
