November 2014

What to do if you find knotweed in your garden

Government to Issue ASBOs for Spreading of knotweed

The Government’s Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 includes new measures to tackle irresponsible mistreatment of Japanese knotweed that causes it to spread or “not controlling Japanese knotweed when they could be reasonably expected to do so”. Individuals who do not consciously take steps to prevent the spread of the invasive species can be …

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What Legislation Surrounds Japanese knotweed?

Laws & Regulations For Japanese knotweed & Invasive Species Japanese knotweed is posing threats to UK homeowners, business owners and public services providers. The invasive plant has corrupted development sites, caused mortgage lenders to re-think their willingness to make loans on properties infected and is causing municipalities to increase spending in order to protect water …

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