Following several significant new client wins, independent insurance broking and risk management specialist, TL Dallas, has bolstered its London team with the appointment of two corporate account executives. Michael Jobson and Ross Bullard are seasoned insurance professionals with 36 years combined industry experience and both are certified with the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). Michael said: “After working across loss recovery, personal lines, commercial account handling and working with high net-worth clients for almost 18 years, I then became a specialist in the health and care sector, which faces unique challenges and has very individual requirements when it comes to insurance." “Throughout my 24-year career I always preferred working for independent insurance brokers, and that was one of the main reasons for my move to TL Dallas. I had heard great things about the family and employee-owned firm, and as TL Dallas had recently set up a dedicated health and care division, it made it the ideal move." “With complete freedom of thought and action, which is not always the case at some of the corporates, I can focus on delivering the very best service for clients. To be working with a dedicated team of professionals who all have the same goal of providing the best cover for the best possible price, and always responding swiftly and effectively to claims via the in-house team at TL Dallas, made the role hugely appealing.” Ross said: “I started out in the insurance industry 12 years ago in motor insurance, working for a broker in Southampton, before moving to another broker to specialise in insurance for parish and town councils. I spent eight years as an account executive in the local government sector at this firm, which was sold twice during that period." “Joining a stable firm like TL Dallas is a fantastic opportunity for me, and I plan to build on my network of contacts in my home county of Norfolk and beyond to introduce the array of services that TL Dallas has to offer. Being a broker is a varied and interesting job and I particularly like working with different insurers on complex cases. Every client is unique and supporting them with their insurance and risk management needs is extremely satisfying.” Polly Staveley, managing director at TL Dallas, said: “This double appointment reflects the significant growth the team is delivering in our city office. As we continue to build on our client base in the South of England, we also plan to recruit at least two more team members with the right ethos and experience over the next year or two to support our growth plans.” The TL Dallas London office is located the heart of the city at 14 Devonshire Square. With a 15-strong team in the city supplying commercial insurance products to businesses operating in every industry sector, TL Dallas also offers a variety of specialist polices, including books, collectables and demolition insurance, as well as having access to the wider group for private clients, trade credit insurance and independent financial services. About TL Dallas TL Dallas was founded in 1919 and is one of the UK's leading independent insurance broking and risk management companies providing a full range of commercial and personal insurance services. The fourth-generation family firm is owned by its management and team. Group managing director, Polly Staveley, and group director, Mackenzie Dallas, are both great grandchildren of the company’s founder, Thomas Lessels Dallas OBE. TL Dallas currently employs more than 165 people in its Bradford headquarters and across offices in Belfast, Cumbria, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow, Holmfirth, Skipton, Lincoln, London, Shetland and Stockport. The company is one of the founding members of UNA – the National Alliance of Independent Brokers.

The UK Innovation Corridor (UKIC), an economic region of global significance joining two of the country’s most productive cities, London and Cambridge, has announced that Willmott Dixon has agreed a three year commitment to become a strategic partner. Willmott Dixon will now take their place on the Board of UKIC alongside the 15 local authorities and six universities currently represented, creating a powerful collaboration of the public and private sector driving innovation, growth and cohesion across the region. The announcement of Willmott Dixon’s partnership with the UKIC coincided with the publication of the UKIC Growth Plan which demonstrates that the region is on course to almost double the size of its economy, growing from £189 billion to £350 billion by 2050. Commenting on the new relationship with Willmott Dixon, Jackie Sadek, chair, UKIC, explained that UKIC’s ambition had long been to establish a “ground up” partnership with the private sector. She added: “As one of the region’s largest privately-owned companies, we are delighted to welcome Willmott Dixon as a strategic partner of UKIC and our first private sector partner. Their commercial acumen and particular expertise in development will prove invaluable as this region looks towards a period of rapid growth.” Hitchin based Willmott Dixon, established in 1852, has its roots in Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire, local to the UKIC region. A recent King’s Awards for Enterprise winner for sustainable development, the company has completed numerous projects in the region, including educational projects such as the Department of Materials Science & Metallurgy for the University of Cambridge and the European Bioinformatics Institute, Cambridge. Current projects include building a new head office for Hertfordshire Constabulary in Welwyn Garden City as well as a number of mixed-use regeneration developments in London. Speaking at UKREiif in Leeds, Stewart Brundell, Managing Director at Willmott Dixon for North London and the Northern Home Counties, explained that the company’s new relationship with the UKIC underscored the company’s commitment to connectivity, partnerships and seeing the region grow and prosper. Stewart stressed the need for businesses to leverage their collective strengths and learn from one another. “In this complex, fast moving and volatile world, no individual business can resolve the challenges that we have alone”, he commented. Stewart explained that Willmott Dixon viewed themselves as enablers, bridging the gap between public and private sectors, a role which he saw becoming increasingly important. Their aim was to foster an environment where “collaboration can thrive and innovation can flourish.” Stewart added that Willmott Dixon was looking forward to helping the UKIC drive forward a future of shared success and innovation.

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce head coach Eamon O’Carroll has signed a one-year contract extension – to commit his future to the club until the end of the 2027 season! The 37-year-old signed an initial three-year deal as head coach prior to the start of the current campaign and has since led us to an AB Sundecks 1895 Cup semi-final berth and joint-fourth position in the league despite a well-documented, horrendous injury list. O’Carroll, who is sponsored by M&S Combustion, has spoken of his excitement at what the future holds, insisting the decision to extend was an easy one. “I’m absolutely delighted, I am really excited about the future and most importantly, my family and I are really happy here. I have got a great support network around me, which every head coach needs, and I am confident and excited about what the future holds." “There is loads of potential here but it’s important we keep our feet firmly on the ground, understand where we are at and where we want to get better. We are doing some things really well that we need to maintain, and there are enough people in the door to make sure the club makes steps in the right direction and I want to be a part of that moving forward. It was an easy decision." “Everyone has clarity now so we know where we are at, which will help things moving forward. We are heavily into the recruitment side of things but also looking at retention too, being able to sit down with the current players we have stability now in terms of who will be coaching them which also makes things easier for them.” Chief Executive Officer Jason Hirst said: “On behalf of the club, I am delighted that we have extended Eamon’s contract by a further year, until the end of the 2027 season." “Coming on the back of Eamon and the club rebuffing an approach from a Super League club for his services earlier this month, it sends a clear signal of our joint intent and determination to return to Super League at the earliest opportunity." “The fact that we were able to shake hands on this new deal after literally a ten-minute conversation yesterday afternoon speaks volumes of our utmost confidence in Eamon and the mutual trust and respect that exists between him and the club’s Board of Directors." “I now encourage our loyal army of fans to get behind Eamon, our team and our club in large numbers for the remainder of this season, as your support can and does make a massive difference. Thank you.”

Luxury house builder Peter James Homes has revealed that its most popular house type is now in short supply at its development in Bullbridge, following a surge in sales. Six phases of build have now sold out at the development and one of the site’s most popular house types is now among the final homes remaining to purchase. Three, three-bedroom Poppy design homes, including the show home with its upgrades, have now been released, with the further three due to be released very soon. As the housebuilder has just 27 homes left on site to sell, those looking to move into this sought after development will have to act quickly to secure their new home. The 'must have’ designs are at varying stages of completion with some ready to move into and others completed by January. There’s even the show home on the release list. Mary Claire Morgan, Customer Care and Sales Manager at Peter James Homes, isn’t surprised that there are so few homes of this type remaining. She said: “The Poppy is a superb house type and one that has drawn so many people to Woodland Heights." “It is a design that attracts a range of home buyers including those looking to take their next step up the housing ladder as well as those looking to downsize from substantial family homes but who still want quality, scale and a good layout." "House buyers came to the site looking for this combination and found what many said was their perfect home.” Accommodation within the Poppy includes a spacious and well-fitted kitchen diner. There is also a good-sized lounge with doors opening to the rear garden. Before going upstairs, there is a ground floor WC and a separate store cupboard. Upstairs are three double bedrooms, the principal bedroom with an en suite, and there is a family bathroom. The three-bed detached homes come with a turfed garden and selected properties include a garage. Currently, the price for the three released Poppy house types with garage are priced at £330,000. The Derbyshire site based near Crich site was first announced at the end of 2020 with artist impressions and a sales cabin following in 2021. It was just as the Covid pandemic reached its height. Despite this, the development has been a huge hit for the builder with estimates that they will be off site by the beginning of the new year. Cassie Barnes, senior site sales executive at Woodland Heights explained the popularity of the development and the Poppy house type. She said: “As well as being in a beautiful woodland setting by the River Amber, the mix of housing on this 148-home development ensures not only choice for buyers but also creates a good community mix." “We have found that house buyers are particularly attracted to the Poppy commenting on its great layout. Viewers to the show home also comment on the homely feel of the house.” Woodland Heights is in a beautiful hillside position and provides an excellent range of homes with 12 different house styles including 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-bedrooms properties. There are also five, fully refurbished original buildings on the site that have been renovated to provide stylish living accommodation.

The Australian, who has extensive coaching experience at club and international level, joins Quins this summer in preparation for the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season (subject to visa and work permit approval). With an impressive coaching CV spanning more than 15 years, Gilmore arrives in the UK following Head Coach roles with Australia A, Australia U20 and the Barbarians, alongside Assistant Coach and Defence Coach roles with the NSW Waratahs and Queensland Reds. Presiding over Australia U20 from 2018 to 2020, Gilmore led the Junior Wallabies to a second-place finish at the 2019 World Rugby U20 Championship, alongside a historic win over New Zealand U20 winning the Oceania Championship. He also coached Australia A from 2022 to 2023, winning The Challenger Series and finishing second at The Pacific Nations Cup. Most recently he led the Barbarians to a successful 2023 tour of the UK with wins over Bristol Bears, Northampton Saints and Harlequins. At club level, Gilmore was Head Coach of the Queensland Reds U20 from 2015 to 2016, winning the Super Rugby U20 title in 2016, before joining the Queensland Reds as Assistant Coach in 2017. He also enjoyed stints with the NSW Waratahs as an Assistant Coach and Defence Coach from 2020 to 2024. Director of Rugby Billy Millard said: “Jason is someone we have been really impressed with. He’s a hardnosed Defence Coach who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our coaching programme. We know he’ll adapt quickly to our environment and we’re confident he’ll bring significant improvements to our game." Commenting on his appointment, Gilmore added: “I am excited to be joining Harlequins and thank the Club for the opportunity. I understand the expectation and accountability of performance." "I’m looking forward to working with the staff and playing group to continue to build a defensive identity at the Club. Seeing the supporters and the matchday atmosphere last year at The Stoop with the Barbarians is something I can’t wait to experience with Quins.”

A hanging basket competition is returning to Charnwood for 2024 with some great prizes on offer. The Council’s open spaces partner idverde and Loughborough in Bloom are inviting residents across the borough to put on their gardening gloves and plant-up a hanging basket. To enter, residents will need to attend a planting workshop at the Dishley Residents Association Party in the Park event at Bunny Hill, off Maxwell Drive in Loughborough on Saturday June 15 between 12pm and 2pm. The workshop and competition are free to enter and the hanging baskets produced will be judged later in the summer. The prizes up for grabs are: First prize – two annual memberships to The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Runners-up prize - £50 National Garden Gift Voucher. Spaces to enter the competition will be on a first-come, first-served basis and can be booked by emailing Nicola.Clarke@idverde.co.uk. This is the third consecutive year that the idverde Hanging Basket Competition has taken place in Charnwood.

With the General Election a matter of weeks away, the focus is firmly on the UK economy. The latest CBI economic forecast points to encouraging signs that it is on track to gradually pick up steam over 2024 and 2025. After a strong start to the year, momentum will continue with GDP growth in 2025 anticipated to reach 1.9%. The economy has struggled in recent years under the pressures of economic shocks such as the COVID-19 pandemic and Ukraine war. GDP growth came in at only 0.1% over 2023, with the dual headwinds of high inflation and increased interest rates weighing on economic activity. The CBI's latest UK Economic Forecast shows that: UK GDP growth is projected to rise to 1.0% in 2024. Momentum should continue in 2025, with GDP growth anticipated to reach 1.9% - broadly in line with the average pre-COVID growth rate (of 2.0% between 2010-19). Consumer spending is the main driver of growth, reflecting an improvement in households' real incomes as inflation falls. Business investment is set to be weak in 2024 but will recover as GDP growth strengthens. However, productivity remains below its pre-COVID trend, signalling further action is needed to spur longer-term, sustainable growth. Louise Hellem, CBI Chief Economist, said: "It's encouraging to see that the outlook for the UK economy is improving after a difficult 2023. However, we cannot afford to be complacent about our progress going forward. To ensure longer-term, sustainable growth, we must tackle our ongoing productivity problem." "Our Business Manifesto sets out several policies to improve productivity and deliver prosperity through a positive vision for the UK economy. These include a cutting-edge trade and investment strategy, a Net Zero Investment Plan, and more support for firms to invest in AI - particularly where it can help in automation and super-charging productivity." "Now in the midst of a General Election, political parties have an opportunity to prioritise the economy and unlock long-term, sustainable growth by using their manifestos to set out measures that will support business investment and propel growth for the next decade and beyond." The Economic Forecast in detail shows: Consumer spending is set to drive UK growth Consumer spending is projected to be the main driver of the acceleration in GDP growth over our forecast, rising by 0.8% in 2024 and 2.5% in 2025. This mostly reflects improvements in households' real incomes, due to falling inflation and firm wage growth. Nevertheless, households will feel the pinch this year from the cumulative increase in the level of prices over the last three years, in addition to still-relatively higher lending rates. Business investment sees a recovery in 2025 Business investment is set to be weak in 2024, declining by 0.2% over the year. This reflects the lagged impact of stagnant GDP growth over the last year. Our surveys also suggest a drag from high interest rates. However, a recovery in business investment is on the horizon (1.8% growth in 2025), as activity strengthens. Inflation expected to settle at the Bank's 2% target next year Inflation is projected to decline to the Bank of England's 2% target in the second quarter of 2024 but will pick up slightly in the latter part of this year (due to base effects from price rises this time last year). In 2025, inflation is expected to return to 2% more sustainably, partly reflecting a moderation in domestic price pressures. Bank Rate projected to fall to a terminal rate of 3.5% in 2025 Signs of easing inflationary persistence mean that we expect the Bank of England to cut interest rates over our forecast, with the first reduction likely to occur in August. We then expect the Bank Rate to gradually fall to a terminal rate of 3.5% in the second quarter of 2025. Fiscal headroom limited Our forecast for stronger GDP growth means that the public finances outlook has improved, but the next government will still face a difficult fiscal inheritance. We expect the debt-to-GDP ratio to peak at 98.3% in the 2024/25 fiscal year, before declining somewhat to 94.8% in 2025/26. Productivity outlook remains challenging Despite the pick-up in GDP growth, productivity (measured as output per worker) remains around 1.5% below its pre-COVID trend at the end of our forecast period. This highlights that there clearly is more to be done to boost the UK's potential for growth over the long-term.

Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce the signing of Brisbane Tigers’ three-quarter Max Lehmann on a deal until the end of the season – subject to international clearance. The 24-year-old joins from the Queensland Cup outfit where he has scored 16 tries in 22 appearances since his debut in 2023. Lehmann is an American-born speedster, who can play in the centre or on the wing, and links up with ‘best mate’ Zac Fulton in the red, amber and black. Having seen how Zac has kicked on since his arrival earlier this year, Max is eager to make a similar impact. “I’m really excited to join the Bradford Bulls, it’s such a historic club with a history of success. I can’t wait to add to that history,” said Lehmann, who will be sponsored In Memory of the Trotter Family. “I’ve always wanted to play sports overseas and travel when I can. It’s the best opportunity to do both, so when the chance came I wanted to take it with both hands. I would describe myself as a strong outside back with good hands and strong finishes." “Zac is my best mate and I’ve seen him start to really enjoy his footy here at Bradford and as a result his game has gone to another level. I’ll be aiming to make the same impact in the areas of the game where I’m involved." “To the Bulls fans I’d like to say that I’m super excited to join the club and that I can’t wait get this club back into the Super League.” Bradford boss Eamon O’Carroll has spoken of his delight at capturing a long-term target in Lehmann, who he believes will add quality and depth to his outside backs. “Max is a player we have been monitoring for a number of months now. After conversations with Max, it was clear he has a real eagerness to come and be a part of what we are trying to do,” said O’Carroll, who is sponsored by M & S Combustion Ltd. “I’ve had really positive feedback from people in Australia about his character and his work ethic so I am confident that, like other players we have brought in this year, he will add to our group. “Max has the ability to play wing or centre, giving us quality and strength in depth which is a huge positive for us. I look forward to welcoming him to our club.” We anticipate receiving VISA clearance for Max imminently, with a view to him arriving within the next two weeks.

Spark, an award-winning market research and insights agency is investing in Leeds and growing its workforce in the region. The boutique agency, which was founded in 2007 in Dublin, now has over half of its workforce based in Leeds City Centre. The team deliver market and customer insights for high-street and local brands, including Pizza Express, No7, Nomad Foods, Hisense and the Real Yorkshire Pudding Company. The agency, which is part of marketing group – Audience Collective, has ambitious growth plans to continue to strengthen and develop its UK presence, by being in close proximity to its fast-growing portfolio of nationwide clients. Bolstering its workforce, Spark has recently appointed an Associate Director to join the Leeds team and has plans to welcome a graduate from a local University in Q3. Lynsey Carolan, Managing Director at Spark said, “Leeds is a thriving city and an emerging Northern hub for the market research industry, making it a hotbed for both talent and growth opportunities." “With a growing UK client base, we want to invest in people here in Leeds and provide opportunities for them to get under the skin of some of the UK’s most inspiring and exciting brands that we’re proud to partner with." “We’re looking forward to connecting with more regional and national brands and further growing our Leeds division.” Spark market research delivers insights to brands in over 50 markets specialising in brand measurement and brand exploration, helping businesses to make smarter and more informed decisions.

Estate agents Zenko Properties, digital marketing agency Perfect Storm and recruitment, training and coaching services provider Back2Work have all successfully relocated to Graphical House, an iconic creative workspace in the heart of Leeds. The property was brought to market at the beginning of the year by strategic property advisors, Fox Lloyd Jones and Carter Towler and spans over 7,000 sq. ft. in total, offering high quality offices over four floors. Located in The Calls district of Leeds, the building has undergone a significant refurbishment to offer some of the city’s best creative space. Graphical House is now largely known for its distinctive contemporary artwork on the building’s exterior – a project completed by Bristol-based artist Mr Penfold as part of the In Good Company project, commissioned by King & Co. Zenko Properties, founded in 2015 by managing director Tobias Duczenko, has expanded its presence with a new branch on the ground floor of Graphical House. The 1,215 sq. ft space, secured on a 6-year lease, marks the company’s second Yorkshire location adding to its successful branch in Silsden. The second floor is occupied by one of the UK’s most progressive digital marketing agencies, Perfect Storm. The agency recently announced a record £3m turnover for the 2023/24 financial year and has acquired one of the larger suites at 2,100 sq. ft on a 5 year lease. Back2Work now occupy 1,720 sq. ft at third level, on a 3 year lease. With its focus on workforce development and skills training, Back2Work plays a crucial role in supporting the local economy and community. Nick Salkeld, director at Fox Lloyd Jones, said: “Graphical House is an iconic landmark in the centre of Leeds and a unique creative environment, with the high levels of interest it has received paying testament to its vast appeal." "The businesses that now make it their home are great examples of the diverse and innovative enterprises we aimed to attract. We’re just one suite away from filling the building with an impressive line up of established businesses, and it’s not hard to see why it is so popular.” The first floor suite is the last available space at Graphical House. It comprises 2,120 sq. ft of creative workspace benefiting from existing fit-out in the form of high-quality meeting rooms and a fitted kitchen. Clem McDowell, director at Carter Towler, said: “Its location is ideal for travel with rail, bus and motorway links close by and the presence of all three businesses within Graphical House creating a dynamic and collaborative environment that promotes growth and innovation." "Being situated in the heart of The Calls district, it is also surrounded by an abundance of local amenities which just adds to the many reasons so many businesses are looking to call this area of Leeds their home.”

UK energy engineering solutions provider BRUSH Group has announced its acquisition of Rybka, one of Scotland’s leading mechanical and electrical building services and sustainability consultancies. The acquisition expands the Loughborough firm’s portfolio of services to include mechanical and electrical consulting engineering, BIM (Building Information Modelling), building physics, Passivhaus design and low carbon consulting – an area in which Rybka has grown to become a market leader in Scotland. It also gives BRUSH a foothold in the Scottish market whilst enabling Rybka to grow into England and Wales, supported by London-based building services consultancy Eta Projects Ltd – acquired by BRUSH in 2022 – which has a strong track record in healthcare and critical infrastructure. Nicolas Pitrat, CEO of BRUSH Group said: “We are thrilled to welcome Rybka on board as part of the BRUSH Group. We already share a lot in common and I see many of our values reflected in the way the team at Rybka works together to deliver outstanding results for their clients." "I am impressed with their breadth of knowledge and expertise, and having Rybka as part of the Group will support our ESG ambitions and create decarbonisation opportunities with our customers.” David MacLeod, Rybka chairman, said: “We are very excited to be joining the BRUSH Group. Our proven track record as a provider of outstanding consultancy services, along with BRUSH’s reputation for delivering engineering excellence, will ensure we continue to go from strength to strength." "Working in partnership with BRUSH we will grow our geographical footprint and build on our existing expertise, while continuing to deliver an exceptional customer experience.” Established in Scotland in the 1990s, Rybka has continued to grow, especially with the advent of the decarbonisation agenda and drive towards a low carbon economy. With more than 50 staff located in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness, Rybka will become a key part of the BRUSH Engineering Solutions portfolio whilst operating independently with existing partners and clients. BRUSH’s engineering solutions offering brings the specialisms and complementary skills of each Group business together to deliver engineering services, including concept, design, authorising, consultancy, build and servicing. Working across the UK, the Group has clear ambitions to expand in line with the ever-growing markets in infrastructure electrification and renewables. Rybka is the latest in a series of acquisitions and ventures by the BRUSH Group. The company anticipates that this acquisition will give rise to career opportunities for both the teams at Rybka and BRUSH, with the creation of more job roles across the UK.

Summer sun, barbeques with friends, and... a lush, green lawn that makes the neighbours envious? It doesn’t have to be a dream. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a lawn care rookie, get ready to transform your garden into a summertime oasis. Cheryl Harper, Managing Director of Greensleeves Lawn Care, is here to help. With warmer days ahead, follow these expert tips and tricks and you'll be enjoying the perfect green space in no time. Mowing made easy The recent weather conditions are perfect for stimulating lawn growth - a mix of wet and warm conditions. It’s easy for our lawns to get wild and out of control, but resist the urge to give your lawn a heavy mow as you risk stressing the grass and potentially harming its health. Taking off too much at once weakens the grass blades, making them more susceptible to disease and drought, which are common threats during the summer. Instead, opt for frequent mowing with a higher blade setting. Longer grass shades itself from the sun and reduces evaporation, helping retain valuable moisture needed in summer. Even though you want your grass to be a little longer in summer, that doesn’t mean mowing less. In fact, the opposite is true for maintaining a lush lawn. Regular mowing is essential for keeping your lawn looking neat and tidy. Set your lawn mower blades to a height of 10-25mm and try to mow your lawn once a week. Keep your lawn mower blades sharp and avoid mowing when the grass is wet to ensure a clean cut that promotes healthy growth. Stay hydrated this summer Summer sunshine might be a welcome sight, but it can also mean less moisture for your lawn. To keep your grass healthy during this time, hydration is key. The best time to water your lawn is in the early morning or evening when the conditions are cooler. This helps reduce evaporation, ensuring the water reaches the roots where it's needed most. Remember, keeping your grass a bit longer also helps retain moisture. A shorter cut exposes more soil to the sun, leading to quicker drying and potentially creating dry or even dead patches. If you have the option, consider collecting rainwater for watering. Not only is it a sustainable choice, but rainwater often contains beneficial nutrients that can give your lawn an extra boost compared to tap water. Aerate your way to a happy lawn Aeration can be a great addition to your summer lawn care routine. Aeration works by creating channels in the soil, allowing air, water, and nutrients to reach the grass roots more easily. This not only helps your lawn thrive, but it also helps it use water more efficiently during hot weather. There are two main aeration techniques: hollow tine and spiking. Hollow tine aeration uses a machine to drive hollow spikes into the lawn, which remove small plugs of soil and thatch. The principle of spiking is the same, although it is a less intensive method of aeration. Weed out the competition Summer's sunshine isn't just enjoyed by us – weeds love it too. These unwelcome guests can quickly steal valuable nutrients and moisture from your lawn, putting your grass at a disadvantage in the fight for a healthy summer. The key is to be vigilant. Removing weeds when you see them, even the small ones, helps stop them from taking over your lawn. While weeds might seem like a never-ending battle, a combination of professional treatment and consistent lawn care goes a long way in keeping them at bay for longer. Don't underestimate the destructive power of some weeds, especially those that take root in your walkways or patios. They can cause irreversible damage if left untreated. Consider a weed killer or a professional lawn care service such as Greensleeves if weeds become a problem. If you don’t have the time or experience to look after your lawn this summer, you can always rely on the services of a professional lawn care company. Local experts know how to diagnose any problems your lawn might have, create a customised treatment plan and ensure your lawn thrives throughout the hot summer months. For further information about Greensleeves and how they can help you with your lawn care, visit here .