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Stay up to date with the latest news, updates and developments from the Arboricultural Association and across the tree care community.

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News

Stay up to date with the latest news, updates and developments from the Arboricultural Association and across the tree care community.

Mental Health
10 Dec 2025

Mental health in arb

Recently, I have read several posts and articles regarding mental health in arboriculture. I have even posted on social media about it.

Professional
Mental Health ARB Magazine
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16 Dec 2025

Contractors needed to remove yellow-legged hornet nests

The yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) is an invasive species originally native to southeast Asia. It has become a growing concern in Europe and the UK due to its impact on native pollinators, especially honeybees.

Professional
Pests and Diseases ARB Magazine
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08 Jan 2026

Environment Agency 2025 Waste Exemptions: Update for arboricultural contractors

In April 2025 the Environment Agency (EA) introduced new annual charges for waste disposal.

Professional
Environment Agency Waste Exemptions
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16 Jan 2026

New Tree Care Manual Launched

Written for homeowners, practitioners and professionals alike, The Tree Care Manual provides a clear, science-based introduction to modern tree care.

Public
Publications
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21 Jan 2026

Arboricultural Association recognises arborists’ efforts following Storm Goretti in Cornwall

In the aftermath of Storm Goretti, which brought exceptionally severe winds to parts of Cornwall on the night of Thursday 8 January, the Arboricultural Association would like to recognise the extraordinary efforts of arborists working to keep communities safe.

Wildlife and environment
Storm Goretti Tree Damage
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22 Jan 2026

Arboricultural Association expertise shapes Parliamentary debate on young tree survival

The Arboricultural Association has successfully helped bring the critical issue of young tree survival to the heart of Parliamentary debate

Professional
Parliamentary Young Trees
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01 Aug 2025

Evaluation of the success of urban tree planting in England between 2012 and 2022

Government-backed and new development planting programmes frequently aim to improve the local environment, support climate change adaptation and increase the delivery of ecosystem service benefits from trees to society.

Tree establishment
Urban Trees Tree Planting ARB Magazine
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10 Mar 2026

Updated Radio Frequency Safety Guidance for Arborists

The Mast & Tower Safety (MATS) Group has released Issue 3 (August 2025) of its guidance note

Professional
Radio Frequencies Guidance Note ARB Magazine
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12 Mar 2026

Current threats to plane trees

London plane trees are a striking visual component of many streets, parks and garden squares, providing great visual amenity.

Professional
Houses Parliament
12 Mar 2026

Professional bodies urge closer partnership with government

A coalition of UK professional and membership bodies calls on the government to work more closely with the sector to boost skills

Professional
Professional Membership ARB Magazine
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12 Mar 2026

Assessing biodiversity value of trees

The role of the arboriculturist is to help others to maximise the benefits of trees.

Wildlife and environment
Veteran Trees TreMs ARB Magazine
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12 Mar 2026

BS 5837: the revision

Following a successful public consultation on BS 5837, the revision panel has been making progress.

Professional standards
Standards ARB Magazine
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