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All amateur PPP containers can now be recycled
The UK’s health and safety regulator has said that empty containers of amateur concentrate PPPs (plant protection products) can now be recycled in the same way as empty containers of amateur ready-to-use PPPs.
Landscapers urged to look out for yellow-legged hornets
The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is asking the public to remain vigilant, following record sightings of the yellow-legged hornet – formerly known as the Asian hornet – last year and fresh sightings this year.
Meristem Design shares toolkit for SuDS schemes
BALI member Meristem Design has set out five key steps in delivering residential SuDS schemes, based on its own experience of delivery on both private and government-owned properties.
South East Water to expand coverage of water restrictions
A further 1.5 million South East Water customers will have to limit their water use from 25 July as the water company continues to roll out legally binding water restrictions – also known as a hosepipe ban.
Amenity Forum comments ahead of glyphosate consultation
As a decision on the future of glyphosate nears, the Amenity Forum has issued a statement on the importance of an evidence-based approach to pesticide approval and an integrated approach to pest management.
Further water restrictions come in across England
Landscapers in the South West and East of England are the latest to face water restrictions by local water companies, joining others affected by bans in the South and South East.
Call to members for plant health research proposals
The newly founded National Centre for Environmental Horticulture and Plant Health (NCEH) is asking the landscaping industry for project proposals.
Contract templates available to members
A few years ago, BALI launched three template contract documents, intended for use by registered designers and contractors as part of a suite of project documents issued to domestic clients.
Second water company announces hosepipe ban
Southern Water has become the second water company to announce a hosepipe ban this year, after South East Water put restrictions in place for customers in Kent last week.
Association issues guidance on tachograph use
When do landscape professionals need to use a tachograph?
