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HTA engagement Political Party Conferences
The final day of the Conservative Party conference marked the close of the Horticultural Trades Association’s active participation in this year’s political party conference season.
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HTA hosts Defra & APHA officials for a member town hall
The Horticultural Trades Association live-streamed a Town Hall to members, with Defra and APHA representatives at a regional event hosted by Joseph Rochford Gardens, Hertford.
Natural Capital
The provision of gardens needs to be central to UK housebuilding targets, says the RHS
The Royal Horticultural Society is calling for a review of the Biodiversity Net Gain 4.0 metric, updated planning guidelines to require cultivated landscapes, and garden masterplans for urban areas.
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International, EU & UK horticultural and floricultural association plant health cooperation
Union Fleurs, the Dutch Association of Wholesalers in Flowers and Plants (VGB) and HTA participated in the EU Domestic Advisory Group UK – EU, and Civil Society Forum meeting.
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HTA calls for urgent resolve of plant consignments held at Sevington Border Control
In response to multiple plant consignments held at Sevington BCP, the HTA has released a statement as they continue to help those affected and engage directly with Defra and APHA.
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Estimated Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fees revealed
Defra has published the indicative basic fees for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which is due to be implemented for packaging in 2025.
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Inaugural All-Party Parliamentary Gardening and Horticulture Group meeting
All-Party Parliamentary Gardening and Horticulture Group holds inaugural meeting and sector briefing
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The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) accepted to the UK Domestic Advisory Group
The Horticultural Trades Association has been accepted to the UK Domestic Advisory Group as part of the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA).
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HTA calls for rapid review of environmental targets to recognise the value of horticulture
Following the deputy prime minister and housing secretary, Angela Rayner’s announcement to overhaul the planning system, the HTA calls for cooperation and recognition for horticulture’s economic and environmental contribution.
Environment
The Pesticide Collaboration launch new national campaign
A new national campaign calling for the UK government to ban the use of pesticides in urban areas was launched by the Pesticide Collaboration.
Business
HTA’s new Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy – a vision for Wales
The Horticultural Trades Association launched its new Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy —a vision for Wales at the Royal Welsh Show this week.
Regulation
Environmental rules set to change to boost housebuilding
UK ministers have signalled intent to overhaul ‘nutrient neutrality’ regulations to enable new housing development.
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Key BNG lessons for Local Planning Authorities
The Planning Advisory Service and Natural England have listed key BNG lessons for Local Planning Authorities.
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HTA launches political engagement drive and new resources for members
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is building its political engagement programme with a new push to reach out to key new ministers to showcase and engage on issues critical for members.
People
Steve Reed appointed DEFRA Secretary
Steve Reed MP as Secretary of State for Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), a role he has shadowed since September 2023.
Regulation
Election 2024: Horticultural industry response
The Horticultural Trades Association responds to the result of the 2024 General Election and our new Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer.
Business
Plant and flower industry call for urgent resolve on import cost hikes
Horticulture and flower industry trade bodies write open letter calling for urgent political attention to the mounting import cost rises
Regulation
Landmark EU law will see 20% of land and sea restored by 2030
Despite months of deadlock and fierce protests, the European Union passed the landmark nature restoration law on the 17th of June, aiming to restore 20% of EU land and sea by 2030.
Regulation
New HTA committee & working group to expand member engagement
The Horticultural Trades Association announces the formation of a new committee and working group to enhance member engagement on important challenges and create new opportunities.
Business
Dutch lorry drivers call for immediate action on problematic UK border control posts
Dutch logistics companies and their drivers complain of long waiting times, scant facilities at border posts and damage to goods.
