Over 60 members and industry representatives attended the latest Amenity Forum Updating Event, bringing together expertise from across the amenity sector.
The event featured a wide-ranging programme covering the future regulatory landscape, practical approaches to weed, pest and disease management, and the increasing importance of demonstrating responsible and evidence-based practice across the sector.
Agenda items included updates on the forthcoming GB glyphosate consultation, the latest data on pesticide inspection visits from HSE, integrated pest management approaches, digital record keeping and the role of technology in supporting professional standards and compliance. Speakers also explored the practical implications of evolving environmental expectations and regulatory scrutiny for operators across the amenity sector.
There was a shared focus on professionalism, practical delivery and ensuring the sector continues to engage positively with evolving environmental and regulatory expectations. The event also reinforced the importance of collaboration and collective industry engagement around key issues such as the GB glyphosate consultation and the continued development of integrated pest management approaches.
Richard Stow, Managing Director of Weedfree Ltd, sponsor of the first Updating Event of 2026, said: “The event highlighted both the complexity of vegetation management and the importance of sharing knowledge and practical experience across the sector. It was encouraging to see such constructive discussion around integrated approaches, innovation and maintaining high professional standards.
A clear theme was the importance of collaboration across the sector to ensure that future policy discussions and regulatory decisions remain practical, proportionate and informed by operational realities on the ground.”
The Amenity Forum continues to work with members, regulators and stakeholders to promote best practice, professionalism and responsible management across the amenity sector.
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