Steve Gibbs

Following research commissioned by the Grounds Management Association, conducted by Myriad Research, a recommendation of a 1.2% increase in pay for all grounds people is being made.

Following growing concern in the industry around mental health in the turf and amenity sectors, Bayer has teamed up with suicide prevention charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) to raise awareness of the support they can offer to anyone struggling.

A round up of the guidance offered by the various governing bodies in light of recent developments.

An important survey is being undertaken by government to gain information on the use of pesticides, in which the Amenity Forum is encouraging turf professionals to participate.

BIGGA has sought clarification regarding the level of course maintenance work that is able to take place on golf courses and other facilities.

Intention is to celebrate and highlight the vital role of professional grounds staff, volunteers, and the turf sector play in making sport possible.

Extensively covered by the media this weekend was the story of Chorley FC's Ben Kay who took the decision to stay overnight underneath a heated tent to make sure the pitch did not freeze.

Lister Wilder has announced that they will be the sole importer and supplier for Salsco greens rollers from this month.

Running throughout all of January, the Five Nations challenge is raising funds and awareness for rural mental health.

Manufacturer says to help improve driver competency they are offering access to courses free of charge.