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Tobermore announces £12m expansion plans
Tobermore, one of the UK & Ireland’s leading construction manufacturers, has announced that it will be investing £12 million to expand its operations to meet growing demand driven by current and anticipated growing demand for new residential homes.

National Trust’s historic Long Garden at Cliveden transformed by James Scott and design team
The Garden Company is pleased to announce that their MD and Principal Designer, James Scott, has been working with the National Trust on a design project at The Long Garden, Cliveden in Buckinghamshire.

Speed limits for dual purpose vehicles
Speed limits for pick-up vehicles

Driving for Better Business: Seasonal resources
Manage drink and drug driving at work with policies, education, and randomised testing. Employers must ensure that drivers understand the risks of alcohol, recreational drugs and medication – and make sure that their drivers are not impaired behind the wheel.

Understanding UK Tax Requirements
Understanding and managing UK tax requirements to ensure compliance, avoiding penalties, and optimising financial efficiency.

Exploring the EFRA Committee’s “Future of Farming” Inquiry and Its Relevance to the Landscaping and Environmental Horticulture Sector
The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee has launched an inquiry into the “Future of Farming,” marking a pivotal opportunity to influence one of the sector’s most significant periods of change in recent years.

The Association co-launches the Environmental Horticulture Group Report in Parliament
The reports were officially launched the Parliamentary Reception with over 140 MPs, Peers, industry representatives and Association members present. Our members play a crucial role in providing landscaping services that enhance biodiversity, improve public health, and foster economic resilience.

Apprenticeship Research: We need your help
In October, Lantra and BALI launched a joint research project, “Bringing New Entrants into Landscaping”, which aimed to identify and the barriers to the uptake of apprenticeships in landscaping businesses across the UK and propose solutions to bring new entrants into the industry.

Defra launch ornamental grower survey
Opportunity for commercial growers to shape reporting processes for notifiable pests and diseases

Makita provides the soundtrack to your day with its new battery powered Bluetooth speaker
Makita has launched a new cordless Bluetooth speaker designed for versatility and quality sound.