Jim Colins

Father, family man and passionate about all things Amenity. The ambassador for The Amenity Forum.

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With #Spring well and truly here now, are you enjoying getting out in your garden like I am? If you're thinking about a good lawncare programme, here's why it's important! https://t.co/5jnobVRLn4

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Why is lawncare important? Not only does it add £s to your house, it's also good for the environment. Find out why https://t.co/Th52pqdwN4

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It looks like we're heading into a beautiful Easter weekend, with sunshine a plenty. If you're lucky enough to have some time off, enjoy the weather and make the most of our country's lovely parks and green spaces. So well cared for by the wonderful & hard working amenity sector!

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If you're travelling by rail over the next few days, spare a thought for the unseen people who keep our train network running - by managing the weeds growing alongside the 40,000 hectares of track in the UK. https://t.co/o67sTbvLyr

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The strong link between green spaces & mental health is well documented, so it's great to hear that "green health prescriptions" are being trialed in Dundee. Parks & green spaces are so important & that's why they need to be looked after professionally https://t.co/CZZfTfLMmC

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Giant Hogweed doesn't get nearly as much press as Japanese #Knotweed but do be aware that the same legislation is in place regarding how homeowners must tackle this invasive weed. My advice is to always follow the law and consult a professional https://t.co/0TFrNptBNf

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What a great new initiave! #GolfHealthWeek runs later this month from 15 to 19 April. The @RandA campaign aims to raise awareness of the health benefits of golf for people of all ages and abilities https://t.co/N0to7JNObI

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Are you lucky enough to live near one of the 40 the sites awarded funding for a new pocket park? This fantastic government scheme is awarding shares of a £3.75m fund to help create or refurbish parks in the middle of our towns and cities https://t.co/NdviGch87R

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I love a round of golf, so I'm not sure how I feel about golf courses being converted into inland surfing parks! What about you? https://t.co/TesbzA9OWF

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Amenity impacts on daily life - but few people know much about it. My family - the Colins family - are changing this. Come and meet us and see how https://t.co/jDPizqn5Cj

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There are over 27,000 parks & green spaces across the UK, regularly used by 57% of the population. But have you considered who maintains the parks, controls the weeds and keep them safe for everyone to use? It's the hardworking amenity sector https://t.co/OeVjYRQLed

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Are you taking part in the #GBSpringClean 2019? This fantastic @KeepBritainTidy campaign aims to inspire 500,000 people to join forces & collect & safely dispose of litter from our streets, parks and beaches, recycling as much as possible https://t.co/ku3foKzWyw

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Monty Don has spoken several times before on the link between gardening & #mentalhealth - this is definitely true in my experience. How about yours? https://t.co/fsG41rN9su

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After reporting that most children are regularly spending time outdoors, @NaturalEngland's report highlights how important it is for greenspaces, urban parks, recreation grounds & playgrounds to exist for children’s play & experience of the natural world https://t.co/YdD2erphP6

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Our view on the @guardian linking weedkiller & non-Hodgkin lymphoma. "The Zhang study doesn't provide scientifically valid evidence that contradicts the conclusions of the extensive body of science which led to glyphosate-based herbicides being fully re-approved for use in 2018."

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The topsy turvy weather we've been experiencing this year is bringing forward the usual growing season of Japanese Knotweed. If you find it in your garden, take my advice & consult a professional! https://t.co/wju283hA7M

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Don't let city life get you down! Get yourself along to your nearest urban park for just 20 minutes and your levels of happiness will be boosted - you don't even need to exercise! Take a read of this new research from @UofAlabama https://t.co/Gv9HiQxEJE

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Amenity affects all of us, every day of our lives. Whether you are visiting a park, playing golf or football, simply driving to work or taking the train. Without amenity, none of these things would be possible. Find out more about exactly how and why! https://t.co/OeVjYRQLed

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Fantastic news from @JBrokenshire MP as £13m is pledged for park funding. “The future of our nation’s parks is an issue close to all our hearts and we will do all we can to preserve these vital green lungs that breathe life into our communities.” https://t.co/kOR8qJPAAJ

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This story from @CountryfileMag makes me sad & angry! Littering isn't just unsightly, it has an impact on everything from wildlife, to invasive weeds & people's behaviour. If you're out & about during #halfterm please take your litter home with you! https://t.co/1QZEsbVW6v