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Have your say on two plant health consultations
The policy and public affairs team at BALI is responsible for representing members’ interests to the government and wider public and we are currently seeking your input on two plant health consultations.
Children and work experience in landscaping
In response to a recent member query, BALI explores the relevant legislation around offering work experience to school-age children and answers the fundamental question: can landscaping businesses get involved?
Alcohol limits and the landscape industry
This article has been prompted by a BALI member, who contacted the us regarding an incident that resulted in one of their employees being thrown off the site on which they were working.
Are turbo-charged hosepipe bans on the cards?
One water company has already applied for a so-called non-essential use ban (NEUB), which would have significant impacts on the landscaping sector, and a dry winter could force others to do the same
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.
Free resources to support safe and legal winter driving
Every season brings its own challenges for drivers but winter is perhaps the most significant, so take advantage of free resources now to help prepare employees for changing weather conditions.
Scottish Aggregates Tax: registration to open in ‘early 2026’
The Scottish government is replacing the UK Aggregates Levy with its own tax on aggregates from 1 April 2026, though affected businesses may need to act sooner.
BALI campaigns to cap liability in grounds maintenance and landscaping contracts
In response to member feedback, BALI is launching a campaign to end unfair and potentially ruinous liability terms in grounds maintenance and landscaping contracts.
Horticulture business fined after worker falls from height
Ball Colegrave, a wholesale distributor of seeds and plants, has been fined £80,000 after an employee fell from a ladder and suffered serious injuries.
