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Horticulture Industry Unites to Urge VAT Removal on Sunscreen for Outdoor Workers

A coalition of leading horticulture and landscape industry organisations has today announced the submission of a joint letter to the UK Government, calling for the removal of VAT on SPF 30+ sunscreen. The letter follows a revealing survey by the Chartered Institute of...

UK – SPS agreement: preparing your business

The UK government is working toward a mid-2027 start date for the new Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) agreement with the European Union.  Click this link for further details.

England – Land Use Framework

The first Land Use Framework for England has recently been published. It sets out how we can use our land more effectively, a plan for delivering food security and nature restoration alongside clean energy and new homes. The Framework has 3 sections:  a vision for...

England – Local skills plan

Local Skills Plans are being updated across England, it is important that industry professionals and employers highlight horticulture as a priority sector.  Skills England have recently asked all counties in England to develop the 2026-2029 Local Skills Improvement...

UK –New Fertiliser Regulations, government consultation open

UK fertilisers regulatory reform set out plans to support innovation in the fertiliser sector, diversify supply, and strengthen the UK’s resilience to global market shocks. The consultation will run for eight weeks, closing on Wednesday 13 May, with responses invited...

YHoY questions – call for Members to get involved

Do you think you could write a great Young Horticulturist of the Year question? Would you enjoy turning your horticultural knowledge into fun, challenging questions for the next generation of Young Horticulturists? We’re looking for CIH members who’d like to get...

Chartered Institute of Horticulture Joins Collaboration to Showcase STEM Careers at New Scientist Live 2026

The Chartered Institute of Horticulture (CIH) is the latest to announce its partnership in the ground-breaking cross-sector collaboration, working title "Roots for the Future, Skills for Today." This ambitious initiative will culminate in an interactive exhibit at New...
England – Land Use Framework

England – Land Use Framework

The first Land Use Framework for England has recently been published. It sets out how we can use our land more effectively, a plan for delivering food security and nature restoration alongside clean energy and new homes. The Framework has 3 sections:  a vision for...

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England – Local skills plan

England – Local skills plan

Local Skills Plans are being updated across England, it is important that industry professionals and employers highlight horticulture as a priority sector.  Skills England have recently asked all counties in England to develop the 2026-2029 Local Skills Improvement...

read more

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