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‘Inadequate’: MPs criticise government’s plant import system
A House of Commons committee has taken aim at the animal and plant border controls designed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), marking the end of a formal inquiry.
Record sightings of yellow-legged hornets in UK
There has been an unprecedented number of yellow-legged hornet – formerly known as the Asian hornet – sightings this year, according to the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (Defra).
Users value fencing in London park, study finds
UK researchers have found that fencing in and around Finsbury Park, London is generally perceived as beneficial by local stakeholders, albeit with some exceptions.
Seal the deal with our contract templates
BALI has produced a range of contract templates for design and build members to use with domestic clients, all of which are available free-of-charge through our website.
Do you sell plants online or via mail order?
The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is creating a list of businesses authorised to sell plants by distance contract and you could join it today.
Are you disposing of wood correctly?
With the classification of waste wood having been clarified in recent years, do you know how it may affect what you need to do when disposing of wood during a landscaping project?
HSE issues safety notice for excavators
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is reminding users of excavators, including the mini excavators often used in landscaping, to apply the safety control leaver / isolation device when appropriate.
Simplifying CDM Regulations: A Guide for Landscape Professionals
Understanding The Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) can seem daunting, but with the right resources, the principles become much easier to grasp. Many professionals in the landscaping industry often have questions about how these regulations apply to their work. To help, BALI has developed comprehensive guidance specifically for its members.
Free resources to help improve seat belt safety
The Driving for Better Business (DfBB) initiative has produced a range of free-to-download resources to help businesses ensure their drivers are wearing seat when required.
New report highlights need for built environment skills
Skills England, the government agency responsible for creating ‘better skills for better jobs’, has given further urgency to the built environment sector as the expected demand for its services increases.