A new exhibition curated by The Building Centre and the Landscape Institute will exemplify how landscape architecture can offer sustainable solutions to the big challenges facing contemporary urban society including flooding and public health.
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The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has published feedback and findings following its request for input into the strategy for the management of urban diffuse water pollution in England.
This form of diffuse pollution in rivers and wa
A sustainable urban drainage system (SUDS) is designed to reduce the potential impact of new and existing developments with respect to surface water drainage discharges.
Increasing urbanisation has caused problems with increased flash flooding after s
Awareness of landscapes for health and wellbeing is growing across government and throughout the healthcare and landscape profession. During the 66th meeting of the General Assembly of the United Nations this year, the socio-economic challenge facin
Skateboarding is growing in popularity and it is far and away the most popular urban sport with a not insignificant industry behind it. Skateboarders are unique in seeing not just a purpose for many urban scapes the majority of the population would l
It is virtually impossible to write a brief summary of fertilisation requirements and nutrient deficiency with regards trees. The subject could amount to a 300 page book with regards one species and still be non exhaustive. It is however one of those
A Plane Tree in Paris.
Paris has a close relationship to trees far beyond the scope of understanding to similar aged cities of equivalent size and importance.
The vast woodlands surrounding the expanding Paris boundaries have expanded outwards as the c
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Studies report that burglary is one of the most emotionally impactful crimes to be a victim of. The prevention of being succumbed to it is always at the back of our minds – is anything on show? Are all the windows closed? Did you definitely lock…
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This series isn't just for landscapers and gardeners starting out: it's also a refresher for existing…
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I’m hoping someone might be able to shed some light on an issue, because my local Ford dealership certainly hasn’t been able to.About 18 months ago I bought a Ford Transit Custom with 58k miles from my local Ford dealer. Within four weeks it was off…
GroundsFest Academy kicked off its 2026 programme in style with a fully booked Integrated Weed Management (IWM) event, bringing together contractors, local authorities, educators and suppliers for a free day of learning, discussion and hands-on…
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Hi does anyone on here use magnetic/stick on logos on there van/pickup if so are they any good or not any feedback thanks
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Ford Transit Custom Van Issue - Help!!!
I’m hoping someone might be able to shed some light on an issue, because my local Ford dealership certainly hasn’t been able to.About 18 months ago I bought a Ford Transit Custom with 58k miles from my local Ford dealer. Within four weeks it was off…
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Stick on logo for works van
Hi does anyone on here use magnetic/stick on logos on there van/pickup if so are they any good or not any feedback thanks
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Raised bed kits
Just curious has anyone used or during the course of their work come across the cedar and aluminium corner reinforced raised bed kits .? In various sizes they look fit for purpose and reasonably priced .I like the concept once planted up full of veg…
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Price increases
HiAn increase in prices for established customers can be a tricky part of our services. There's always a chance we can lose good business. How do folks respond to objections to an increase?
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