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Help shape the future of apprenticeships
The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education has launched a review into industry apprenticeships.

Prepare your business with Brexit Readiness events
To help prepare for 31 October the Government is hosting free Brexit Readiness events in a town near you.

Use of GPR to diagnose infectious diseases of trees
Research discovers ground-penetrating radar helps diagnose emerging tree pathogens.

RECOUP conference reiterates plastic resentment
Supported by the HTA, Environment Agency, Tesco, The Co-Operative Group and McDonald’s.

EC publishes action plan for nature, people and economy
European Commission publishes guidance documents to help businesses solve socio-economic challenges.

Xylella discovered on Olive trees in France
The French government confirmed it had identified two cases of Xylella fastidiosa subspecies Pauca.

Health and Safety measures post-Brexit
The HSE issued a statement to confirm health and safety standards will remain the same despite any form of Brexit.

Company director fails to identify hand-arm vibration
The director has been given a 12-week custodial sentence after workers are diagnosed with the syndrome.

A 5-step guide to employee management
Number one reason for employees leaving their job is poor management, use BALI's HR & Health and Safety guide to better manage your employees.

The true value of council-managed greenspaces
A jointly-published report for Birmingham City Council looks at the true value of the city's natural capital.