Ragwort – this yellow flowering plant can be seen in fields and verges throughout England during the summer. Unfortunately, this pollinator friendly weed contains Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids which can induce liver failure in livestock and horses with fatal consequences....
Karl Lagerfeld is famously rumoured to have left a seven-figure sum to his cat, ‘Choupette’ when he died, but as a nation of animal lovers and almost two thirds of the population being pet owners, how many of us have considered our much-loved furry, feathered or...
Japanese knotweed is an invasive plant that continues to cause problems for homeowners, buyers, and mortgage lenders alike. Known for its rapid growth (up to 10cm a day) it can push through cracks in concrete, tarmac, and drains, causing costly damage if not properly...
The most significant change in the English private rented sector in more than 30 years is stirring within the House of Commons. Here we will briefly cover the main points addressed by The Renter’s Rights Bill. It should be noted that this piece of legislation has been...
Understanding who is responsible for maintaining public rights of way can be confusing, particularly for those new to land management. These responsibilities are shared between local authorities and landowners and are rooted in centuries of legislation. The origins of...
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill 2025, introduced in March, proposes significant changes aimed at accelerating infrastructure delivery across England and Wales. While the reforms promise to streamline complex planning systems, they also present new challenges for...
