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Debbie Carroll Wins Award with Hallmark Luxury Care Homes
Celebrating Excellence in Person-Centred Engagement of Care Home Gardens
STIHL enhances user experience with new and improved top-handled chainsaw
The MSA 220.1 T offers an outstanding performance to professionals carrying our tree removal and crown maintenance tasks. Now, boasting a lighter weight and increased torque for improved productivity.
BALI welcomes consultation on updated new build guidance
BALI’s Policy Team is reviewing draft updated guidance from the government on how new build developments should be designed and we are keen to gather member views for the associated consultation.
BALI letter template on limiting liability in contracts now available
Following our campaign launch in the autumn, BALI has now published a letter template to help members push back against uncapped liability as well as indirect and consequential loss provisions in grounds maintenance contracts
Boningale Limited Group Strengthens Leadership Team with Senior Internal Promotions
Boningale Limited Group has announced a series of senior internal promotions across its marketing and sales leadership, reinforcing its long-term growth strategy and commitment to developing talent from within the business.
Merrist Wood College launches new Skills Bootcamp to grow the next generation of landscaping supervisors
Merrist Wood College is launching a new Skills Bootcamp in Landscaping Project Supervision, starting 4 February 2026, designed to help landscaping businesses strengthen their teams, improve site standards and support staff progression into supervisory roles.
STIHL marks centenary with host of industry celebrations
STIHL is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Since 1926, STIHL has defined the global standard for battery and petrol-powered forestry, landscaping, and residential gardening equipment for professional and domestic users alike.
Breedon donates flagship products to RHS sensory garden in RNIB collaboration
Breedon supporting sensory-rich garden project at RHS Flower Show Wentworth Woodhouse
Blakedown Landscapes becomes Gold Champion member of the BALI Chalk Fund
Blakedown Landscapes has become a Gold Champion of the BALI Chalk Fund, supporting its work to strengthen skills development, widen access to training, and build long-term resilience across the landscape sector.
Better Paving Skills with BALI – Limited Spaces Available!
Spaces are still available on BALI’s Paving Skills Course, running from 2–6 February 2026 in partnership with accredited provider Holly Landscape Training.

