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Central Scotland Green Network (CSGN) launches annual forum
NEWS IN BRIEF New general manager for Civic Trees
The importance of green space for young people is to be highlighted at the annual Central Scotland Green Network (CSGN) Forum. ‘Children, Young People + Greenspace = A Healthy Equation’ will be held at Glasgow Caledonian University on Thursday 14 June, and will feature world-renowned experts, including landscape architect Adam White and architect Hanna Johansson. CGSN chair Keith Geddes said: “The Forum will look at international and local examples of good practice, and explore the challenges
we face and the opportunities available to us in creating an environment in which children and young people can participate actively in the development and use of a high quality environment.” Adam White was part of the team that designed the regeneration of Cuningar Loop Woodland Park, a £5.7m legacy project from the 2014 Commonwealth Games that saw the formerly derelict land transformed with an extensive path network, adventure play facility,
Ken White of Frosts Landscapes has stepped down as chair of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL). Vice chair Rod Winrow of Garden House Design (pictured) will take on the role of chair, with David Sewell of The Gardenmakers becoming vice chair, until the November AGM, when they will stand for re-election. Ken decided to step down as work
New chairman for the APL commitments prevented him from giving as much attention to the APL as he wished. “Ken’s dedication to the APL as a Committee member, and as its chairman, has been instrumental in the direction that the organisation has taken over the past couple of years,” said APL general manager Phil Tremayne. New chair Rod Winrow said: “It is an honour to take on the role. The APL is going from strength to strength and will continue to be the ‘go-to’ trade association for domestic landscaping. I plan to
bike skills area and bouldering park. He is the President Elect of the Landscape Institute. Hanna Johansson, an associate architect with Bjarke Ingels Grouphas, led on the development of the Billund City Vision, a 30year plan to transform Billund into Denmark’s Capital of Children. www.centralscotland greennetwork.org
support members and develop our consumer profile, working with Phil Tremayne, the Committee and the HTA team. This will be through our business development programme and cluster group meetings. “I would love to develop closer ties with other industry partners such as the SGD, BALI, LI and GoLandscape, and wish to continue the good work that the APL has done with our apprenticeship scheme. I’m proud to be part of the exciting times ahead for our industry.” www.landscaper.org.uk
Deric Newman is to become general manager of Glendale Civic Trees. Deric steps up from the role of director of sales, a position he held for more than 20 years. As general manager he will oversee all aspects of the business. www.civictrees.co.uk
Lantra Scotland’s Learner of the Year Awards
Reece McNaughton, an 18-year-old apprentice from Kelso, has won the Horticulture category at Lantra Scotland’s Land-based and Aquaculture Learner of the Year Awards. Reece was also announced as Overall Runner-up. www.lantra.co.uk
Tim O’Hare Associates surveys RHS Garden Wisley
Landscape and soil consultancy Tim O’Hare Associates has carried out a Soil Resource Survey to determine the quality of soils that will be displaced by improvements and building at RHS Garden Wisley. Subject to the results of the survey, the soils will be reused on site. www.timohare-associates.com
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