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Talasey announces more new appointments and promotions
Talasey has announced more new appointments and promotions as the business plots ambitious growth and expansion plans.

Green-tech names St Leonard’s Hospice as its chosen charity for 2025
Green-tech, the UK’s leading supplier of landscaping materials, has announced that St Leonard’s Hospice in York will be its charity of the year for 2025.

Makita nails it again with its latest launch!
Makita has added a new 18V LXT Framing Nailer to its range of high-performance cordless tools. The new DBN900 offers significant advantages over pneumatic and gas nailers including improved ease of use and greater working flexibility.

Understanding Waste Environmental Permits: A Guide for Landscaping Professionals
Navigating waste environmental permits is a critical aspect of ensuring compliance with UK regulations for businesses operating in the professional landscaping and horticulture industry.

Built Environment Committee update: What you need to know
The Government recently unveiled a revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) aimed at addressing the nation's acute housing crisis.

Horticulture industry raises over £3,800 for Perennial at Partners Pie and Pint event
The horticulture industry came together for the third annual Perennial Partners Pie and Pint night, raising an extraordinary amount of money for the charity which helps people working in horticulture

Decarbonising Non-Road Mobile Machinery: What it Means for the Landscaping Industry
The UK government has published a detailed summary of responses to its call for evidence on decarbonising non-road mobile machinery (NRMM), which includes the essential tools and equipment that power the professional landscaping industry. This encompasses everything from mowers and loaders to excavators and compactors—machinery critical to delivering high-quality projects efficiently and sustainably.

Supporting Member Safety: BALI’s Comprehensive Risk Assessment Resources
Risk assessments are an integral part of ensuring safety and compliance within the landscaping industry. To support members in this crucial area, the British Association of Landscape Industries offers a comprehensive suite of resources designed to simplify and streamline the risk assessment process for landscape professionals.

Preventing Work-Related Stress in 2025: A Guide for our Members
Work-related stress remains a significant challenge across all industries, including landscaping. According to the Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) latest statistics, around 50% of all reported work-related ill-health cases are attributed to stress, depression, or anxiety. This equates to an estimated 776,000 cases, with each case leading to an average of 21.1 days off work.

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