A recent court case involving Network Rail highlights why it’s vital to minimise the impact of Japanese knotweed on neighbouring land, explain Alison Murrin, Eleanor Reeves and Elle Hansen of Ashurst LLP

Japanese knotweed has been described as ‘a real thug’ by the Royal Horticultural Society and there is no denying that it is the bully of the plant world.

Environment Journal met Martin Farrington, Head of City Development at Leeds City Council, at their new offices to discuss regeneration, why HS2 represents value for money to the taxpayer, and the benefits of pedestrianising the city centre.