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Are your employees fit to drive?
Driving for Better Business (DfBB), an initiative aimed at making driving for business safer, is asking those who manage drivers to focus on fitness to drive.
Green walls, grey water, and multi-coloured bacteria
A new study has found that certain combinations of recycled water irrigation and bacterial treatments may improve the appearance of outdoor green walls.
Free employer resources for Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month and now is the time to take practical steps to help reduce stress inside and outside of the workplace
Plant Health: Defra Tweaks Regulations and MPs Hear from Industry
Defra, the government department responsible for plant health, is making two changes to the way it regulates host plants of the emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis).
Pave the Way with a New British Standard
The British Standards Institution (BSI), with support from BALI and others, has published a new standard for the installation of pavements using modular paving units (BS 7533-102:2025)
New study unlocks secret to happy urban parks
Scientists have found that the arrangement of environmental features in urban parks is as important as the features themselves in determining public happiness.
Glyphosate approval extended by one year
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has extended the current approval of glyphosate in Great Britain until 15 December 2026 while it carries out a full renewal assessment.
Sustainable design made easier with launch of 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”.
Avoid non-compliance fines with latest free van driver management tool
The Driving for Better Business initiative is offering free resources to help those who manage van drivers improve safety and compliance on the road.
Supporting Members in Successful Project Delivery: A Focus on Dispute Prevention and Client Management
The professional landscaping industry relies on expertise, precision, and collaboration to deliver projects that meet and exceed client expectations