Sinclairs Danny Adamson Moves On
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Sinclair retail managing director Danny Adamson has left following an internal restructure.
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Aston Manor Commits To Ambitious Growth Programme
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The UK's second largest cider maker, Aston Manor, has said it will continue an ambitious expansion programme.
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Ask Sally: Rotary Mowers
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Q The article regarding pedestrian mowers (HW, 21 February) was very informative. I am the head gardener at an estate that requires stripes in the formal lawns. I recently tested a KAAZ 53cm rotary roller mower but found it to be rather slow. Would you be able to recommend a good rotary mower that would provide value for money but efficiency too?Liz, by email.
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Council Protects Mature Plane Tree From Development Loss Following Residents Campaign
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A developer's bid to fell a mature plane tree in a Somerset town has been rejected after local campaigners gathered over 2,700 signatures urging the local council to protect it.
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Anti - Cuts Petition Draws Worldwide Support For Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
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An online petition calling on the Government to "urgently reverse existing, proposed, and further cuts" to Royal Botanic Gardens Kew funding has reached nearly 7,500 signatures in three days.
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Lower-cost Gardens Gain An Edge
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National Gardens Scheme says its attractions are benefitting from high entry fees at major sites.
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More Garden Centres Report Great Easter Sales
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More garden centres have reported back on sales over the Easter weekend, with all of them echoing the positive message of retailers reported by HW on Tuesday.
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Key Themes Revealed Ahead Of West Midlands Potato Day
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The value of potato varieties that are resistant to potato cyst nematode (PCN) is among the many topics being considered at this year's West Midlands Potato Day.
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