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Primeur reveals five trends that will shape the way the nation gardens into 2021 and beyond
From climate change to grow-your-own, the UK’s leading supplier of eco-friendly garden products, crafted from recycled rubber, throws the spotlight on factors that will influence the way we garden 1 Millennials drive surge in demand for outdoor living The Covid-19 pandemic has redefined how the
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Sipcam Home & Garden becomes the exclusive distributor of Blumen International’s leading product portfolio in the UK and Republic of Ireland
Sipcam Home & Garden, the company behind the innovative ecofective® and RHS Garden Care ranges, has signed a deal with Blumen International Ltd that will see Sipcam appointed as the exclusive distributor of Blumen’s product portfolio across the UK & Republic of Ireland. Blumen International is…
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Codelocks welcomes new key control cabinets to its portfolio
Key management made easy with Key Secure by Codelocks Newbury, UK, 15 July 2020 – Codelocks further expands its access control portfolio with a new range of simple and effective key control cabinets. Using a single or unique access code, Key Secure by Codelocks helps to manage keys and regulate…
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GIMA holds virtual AGM and elects Simon McArdle of Westland Horticulture as President
GIMA has announced the election of Simon McArdle of Westland Horticulture as GIMA President, following its rescheduled AGM held on Friday 10th July, 2020. Following the postponement of GIMA’s March AGM due to COVID-19, a rescheduled event was held via video conferencing with 17 GIMA member…
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Pizza ovens for those wanting to be like the Beckhams
A two-family business based in Preston and Italy, has worked to get through the coronavirus pandemic so that foodies in Britain can this summer master a new culinary skill unlike anything taught in the classroom – the art of woodfired cookery. Whilst the challenges are most definitely there this…
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How dog smells could be affecting your house sale PLUS how to fix it with Be:Loved’s 100% natural pet care range
With the Chancellor’s latest stamp-duty threshold increase designed to ignite the housing market, there will be many homeowners poised to see an influx of offers on their properties. But for many, there could be one thing putting potential buyers off and that is the inevitable whiff that comes…
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New face brings vast experience to FBC Manby Bowdler
A specialist lawyer with more than 25 years’ experience handling clinical negligence and personal injury cases has joined award-winning Midlands law firm FBC Manby Bowdler. Michelle Hartshorn has taken up a new role as an Associate in the firm’s Catastrophic Injury Team advising claimants with…
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The Covid-19 pandemic is transforming consumer attitudes towards sustainable shopping, says LifestyleGarden®
The Covid-19 pandemic has shaken the world of retail to its core. While social distancing, hand sanitisation and in some cases face coverings have rapidly become the norm, one factor that was shaping consumer demand long before the pandemic continues to gain momentum: environmentally responsible…
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The Covid-19 pandemic is transforming consumer attitudes towards sustainable shopping, says LifestyleGarden®
The Covid-19 pandemic has shaken the world of retail to its core. While social distancing, hand sanitisation and in some cases face coverings have rapidly become the norm, one factor that was shaping consumer demand long before the pandemic continues to gain momentum: environmentally responsible…
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DJ Turfcare supports retailers with five-day delivery & RHS endorsed organic ranges
If the Covid-19 pandemic has shown us anything, it is that gardening has an important and valued role to play in the physical and mental health of many of us. As such, we are witnessing unprecedented sales of gardening products with demand continuing to outstrip supply. With many retailers…
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Kindwood looking to partner with UK garden retailers for this summer’s hotly anticipated bestseller - Kindwood new Swedish Torch Log sells out within days!
Kindwood – the UK’s first truly sustainable firewood company – is offering UK garden retailers the opportunity to benefit from an exciting new sales opportunity – the Swedish Torch Log. Once used by the Swedish army as an instant multi-functional source of heat and light – hence the…
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Create a deluxe lawn that’s the envy of the neighbourhood with Luxury Lawn seed
For a medal-worthy, first-class lawn that’ll stop passers-by in their tracks, the secret lies in sowing top quality seed, says Johnsons Lawn Seed There is nothing more quintessentially English than a beautiful, striped, manicured bowling green-style lawn that’s worthy of a gold medal at the RHS
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Create a deluxe lawn that’s the envy of the neighbourhood with Luxury Lawn seed
For a medal-worthy, first-class lawn that’ll stop passers-by in their tracks, the secret lies in sowing top quality seed, says Johnsons Lawn Seed There is nothing more quintessentially English than a beautiful, striped, manicured bowling green-style lawn that’s worthy of a gold medal at the RHS
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‘We’ve Got This’ says charity as it launches new family stays
Room to breathe, run and play in wide open spaces was the invitation sent today by a UK charity as it opened its doors to British families looking to escape this summer. Offering a return to the adventurous rock-pooling, pond-dipping, rolling-down-banks, no-frills holidays of yesteryear, the ‘Stay…
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Autumn 2020 is set to be the new spring for lawncare
After lockdown halted gardeners’ spring lawn improvement plans, autumn presents the ideal opportunity to sown new lawns and restore turf to its former glory, says Johnsons Lawn Seed Autumn is nature’s natural season for sowing – and there’s no better time to start a new lawn from scratch or
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Autumn 2020 is set to be the new spring for lawncare
After lockdown halted gardeners’ spring lawn improvement plans, autumn presents the ideal opportunity to sown new lawns and restore turf to its former glory, says Johnsons Lawn Seed Autumn is nature’s natural season for sowing – and there’s no better time to start a new lawn from scratch or
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Podium Pet Products expands team with two new appointments
The leading supplier of Dog Rocks and the new 100% natural Be:Loved pet care range, Podium Pet Products, is continuing its ongoing expansion plans with the appointment of two new team members. Joining the Podium family will be Helen Reid and Annabel Britton, who will both be responsible for customer…
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Give shabby lawns a well-deserved mid-summer boost with 100% organic Super Smart Lawn Feed
If lockdown thwarted plans to spring feed your lawn, do not fear, says Johnsons Lawn Seed After lawns across the UK were dealt a double whammy by the driest May on record, combined with abnormally heavy wear and tear during the Covid-19 lockdown, the nation’s formerly green sward is crying out for
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Give shabby lawns a well-deserved mid-summer boost with 100% organic Super Smart Lawn Feed
If lockdown thwarted plans to spring feed your lawn, do not fear, says Johnsons Lawn Seed After lawns across the UK were dealt a double whammy by the driest May on record, combined with abnormally heavy wear and tear during the Covid-19 lockdown, the nation’s formerly green sward is crying out for
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LifestyleGarden® revamps showroom to help retailers maximise sales in 2020 and beyond
Whether it’s staycationing or just wanting to spend quality time with friends and family this summer, there is no doubt that sales of garden furniture will continue to flourish. LifestyleGarden® – one of the UK’s leading outdoor leisure brands– is taking significant steps to ensure that…
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Help your plants to survive heatwaves with Primeur’s stylish Tierra Verde self-watering planters
Meet the award-winning, new generation of eco-friendly containers, designed to keep plants supplied with precious water while gardeners relax and enjoy the delights of summer After one of the wettest winters in recent memory, which resulted in widespread flooding, it is hard to imagine that gardens
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Help your plants to survive heatwaves with Primeur’s stylish Tierra Verde self-watering planters
Meet the award-winning, new generation of eco-friendly containers, designed to keep plants supplied with precious water while gardeners relax and enjoy the delights of summer After one of the wettest winters in recent memory, which resulted in widespread flooding, it is hard to imagine that gardens
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Dramatic change in the way public sector workers are appreciated in Belfast
From 86 days since they were last thanked to just 5 days A remarkable turnaround in the way Belfast people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased 91 per cent in the space of a year. Just 12 months ago a survey by public sector…
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Dramatic change in the number of times public sector workers are thanked in Newcastle
From 54 days since they last received a ‘thank you’ to just 6 days – but on Public Service Day is it enough? A remarkable turnaround in the way Newcastle people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation for them has increased 89 per cent in…
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Edinburgh comes out top when it comes to thanking its public sector workers
From 49 days since they were last thanked to just 2.5 days this year – the best result in the UK A remarkable turnaround in the way Edinburgh people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says the city is top of the table when it comes to saying thank you. Just…
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Refuse collectors now the most under-appreciated public sector workers in Gloucestershire
They finish way ahead of nurses, police and care workers in local survey – with bus drivers in second Refuse collectors have been named as by far and away the most under-appreciated public sector profession in Gloucestershire. A survey by public sector membership club Boundless asked people in the…
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Remarkable rise in how often we say ‘thank you’ to a police officer
Survey shows increase of 43 per cent in the space of one year as nation prepares for Public Service Day A remarkable turnaround in the way the nation feels about public sector workers has been highlighted by a survey which says appreciation for the police has risen by 43 per cent in one year. Just…
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Remarkable rise in how often we say ‘thank you’ to a teacher
Survey shows increase of 88 per cent in the space of one year as nation prepares for Public Service Day A remarkable turnaround in the way the nation feels about public sector workers has been highlighted by a survey which says appreciation for teachers has risen by 88 per cent in one year. Just 1…
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Remarkable rise in how often we say ‘thank you’ to civil service workers
Survey shows increase of 81 per cent in the space of one year as nation prepares for Public Service Day A remarkable turnaround in the way the nation feels about public sector workers has been highlighted by a survey which says appreciation for those working in the civil service has risen by 81 per
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Dramatic change in the way public sector workers are appreciated in Cardiff
From 68 days since they were last thanked to just 4 – and nurses no longer seen as least-appreciated profession A remarkable turnaround in the way people in Cardiff feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased 94 per cent in the space
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Dramatic change in the way public sector workers are appreciated in Bristol
From 55 days since they last thanked to 13.5 – and nurses no longer seen as least-appreciated profession A remarkable turnaround in the way Bristol people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased 75 per cent in the space of a year.
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Care workers now more under-appreciated than nurses according to latest poll
Care workers have risen to second on a list of the most underappreciated public sector roles according to the British public - overtaking nurses. A survey by public sector membership club Boundless asked workers across the country to name the profession they felt was most under-appreciated in the…
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Dramatic 95 per cent rise in the way public sector workers are appreciated in Brighton
From 77 days since they were last thanked to just 3.5 days – and nurses no longer seen as least-appreciated profession A remarkable turnaround in the way Brighton & Hove people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased an incredible…
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Remarkable rise in how often we say ‘thank you’ to a public sector worker
Survey shows increase of 84 per cent in the space of one year as nation prepares for Public Service Day A remarkable turnaround in the way the nation feels about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased 84 per cent in the space of a year. Just…
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Dramatic change in the way public sector workers are appreciated in Belfast
From 86 days since they were last thanked to just 5 days A remarkable turnaround in the way Belfast people feel about public sector workers has been underlined by a survey – which says appreciation has increased 91 per cent in the space of a year. Just 12 months ago a survey by public sector…
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Sheet Piling Savings Could Foster Enhanced Smart Motorway Safety
Expert sheet piling contractor and installer, Sheet Piling (UK) Ltd, could come to the rescue of contractors responding to the new safety requirements surrounding smart motorway projects, as specified by the Government Safety Review in March. The company, which has already delivered significant cost…
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Give your dated patio an easy makeover with Primeur’s Recycled Rubber Deck Tiles
There’s no need to hire a costly landscaper or builder to rip-up old paving or concrete when stylish rubber tiles instantly create a contemporary, eco-friendly chill-out zone As mid-summer’s day approaches and the nation’s lockdown spirits are lifted by the chance to soak up the sun in gardens
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Give your dated patio an easy makeover with Primeur’s Recycled Rubber Deck Tiles
There’s no need to hire a costly landscaper or builder to rip-up old paving or concrete when stylish rubber tiles instantly create a contemporary, eco-friendly chill-out zone As mid-summer’s day approaches and the nation’s lockdown spirits are lifted by the chance to soak up the sun in gardens
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Banish lawn burn and enjoy a green sward to be proud of this summer with Dog Rocks
You don’t have to be Sherlock Bones to track down this genius cure for urine scorch! It is often said that an Englishman’s home is his castle, and whether that castle is a suburban semi-detached or a beautiful country cottage, no castle is complete without a bowling green-style lawn. For…
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Meet Neudorff’s Famous Five – the planet-friendly way to help your garden flourish this summer
The UK is experiencing a green gardening revolution as gardeners shun chemicals in favour of organic, natural and vegan plant feeds and pest controls. As gardeners plant out flowers and veg now that the danger of frost is over, Guy Jenkins, of Neudorff’s UK distribution partner DLF Seeds, reveals…
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Meet Neudorff’s Famous Five – the planet-friendly way to help your garden flourish this summer
The UK is experiencing a green gardening revolution as gardeners shun chemicals in favour of organic, natural and vegan plant feeds and pest controls. As gardeners plant out flowers and veg now that the danger of frost is over, Guy Jenkins, of Neudorff’s UK distribution partner DLF Seeds, reveals…
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Focus SB’s managing director accepts DIT Export Champion role
East Sussex, United Kingdom, 2020-06-15 - Focus SB's MD becomes Export Champion - Focus SB's MD Gary Stevens accepts invitation from the Department for International Trade (DIT) - now the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) to become an Export Champion for the South East UK. Earlier this year…
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GIMA announces first virtual Buyer Connect session with Homebase
GIMA is pleased to announce that they are hosting a virtual Meet the Buyer session with Homebase to be held on Thursday 25th June 2020. This speed networking event will allow potential suppliers to meet with key garden retailer buyers in timed 20-minute appointment sessions. It is hoped that this…
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Podium Pet Products appoints Hornby Whitefoot PR
Podium Pet Products – the team behind the Dog Rocks and Be:Loved natural pet care brands – has recently appointed Hornby Whitefoot PR as its new PR partner. With a proven track record of building B2B and B2C PR campaigns from local to international remits, Hornby Whitefoot PR is considered one…
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Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn top Johnsons Lawn Seed’s best-sellers as strong demand drives growth
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest lawn seed brand, is today reporting healthy sales of two of its most iconic consumer brands, despite the nationwide lockdown that gripped the garden trade during peak season. Sales of the company’s leading Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn brands have witnessed a…
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Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn top Johnsons Lawn Seed’s best-sellers as strong demand drives growth
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest lawn seed brand, is today reporting healthy sales of two of its most iconic consumer brands, despite the nationwide lockdown that gripped the garden trade during peak season. Sales of the company’s leading Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn brands have witnessed a…
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Transform your garden into an eco-friendly haven with Primeur’s recycled rubber innovations
Get creative with these five easy projects that’ll elevate your garden’s environmentally friendly status and make your plot the envy of the neighbourhood this summer! Primeur’s virtually indestructible recycled rubber garden products offer a world of opportunities to instantly transform drab…
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Transform your garden into an eco-friendly haven with Primeur’s recycled rubber innovations
Get creative with these five easy projects that’ll elevate your garden’s environmentally friendly status and make your plot the envy of the neighbourhood this summer! Primeur’s virtually indestructible recycled rubber garden products offer a world of opportunities to instantly transform drab…
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Take action to help lawns remain lush during hot, dry weather, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Lawn experts have revealed top tips to prevent grass turning brown after the driest May in 124 years left Britain’s green and pleasant land looking parched Gardeners will need to take action to stop lawns from turning brown if a scorching summer follows one of the driest springs on record –
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Take action to help lawns remain lush during hot, dry weather, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Lawn experts have revealed top tips to prevent grass turning brown after the driest May in 124 years left Britain’s green and pleasant land looking parched Gardeners will need to take action to stop lawns from turning brown if a scorching summer follows one of the driest springs on record –
