latest news

Safety alert raised by building contractor regarding use of lithium-ion batteries
Lithium-ion batteries used in power tools are very safe, but must be stored and used correctly

Licence requirements for driving a tractor
Driving an agricultural tractor for landscape tasks generally necessitates a goods vehicle driving licence.

Construction material update: 2024
Availability of products good - for now.

HS2 Independent Design Panel issues warning regarding landscape elements of project
Will landscape proposals evade cost-cutting measures for the HS2 project?

Risk assessment templates and method statement webinar
The Association would like to remind members there is a suite of template risk assessment documents available to download from the BALI website, including past webinars to help support you and your business.

Swift reversal by HMRC for double-cab pick-up trucks
HMRC abandon changes to classification of double-cab pick-up trucks

Reminder: Slopes document now available
The document covers operational issues associated with the use of ride-on machinery, such as lawn mowers and tractors and more.

Biodiversity Net Gain becomes a legal requirement for major housing developments
Biodiversity net gain now a legal requirement for all major housing developments in England.

VAT liability and exemptions for landscape activities
Which landscape elements can be zero-rated on building projects?

Border Target Operating Model introduced this week
Members are reminded the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) will be introduced in phases from this week.