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Ornamental hort industry could be worth £42bn by 2030
Ornamental horticulture and landscaping could be worth £42bn by 2030 according to a landmark report.
CDM section of Association website live
In response to many questions from members on the CDM Regulations 2015, we have launched a new page.
Construction company fined after HAVS diagnoses
A construction company has been sentenced for safety breaches are multiple employees were diagnosed.
Health and Safety Executive issues ventilation advice
Ahead of the return to the office this autumn, HSE has issued updated guidance for keeping COVID secure.
Limited number of traders invited to IPAFFS
The rollout of IPAFFS has now started, with a small number of traders invited to register.
Importance of managing fatigue amongst staff
Employers must consider fatigue and put measures in place to mitigate it to avoid serious incidents.
Fuel for thought: E10 to be introduced during summer
The transport industry will transition to E10 petrol from summer 2021 to meet global targets.
Eight-toothed spruce bark beetle discovered in Kent
New breeding populations of the pest have been found by routine Forestry Commission plant health surveillance.
Transition from PEACH to IPAFFS postponed
The transition from the current system used to pre-notify Defra of plant imports will now complete in August 2021.
Use of red diesel for landscaping to end April 2022
The government has confirmed use of red diesel for landscaping and construction will end from April 2022.