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Have you checked out the new tax regs re Pick-ups, Benefit in Kind(BIK). HMRC have realised people use double cabs as cars! I don't think the new BIK applies to single cab or king cab. If you have an accountant ask them for advice. You might be better getting a small van now. I've been very happy with my L200s but they aren't available new, as Mitsi pulled out of UK/Europe. I saw a hybrid Pick-up advertised on tele the other day, can't remember the brand, but that'll be serious money, but may have different tax status.

Update - Husky are sending me a replacement as a goodwill gesture. Got the great customer service I hoped for! Jan.

BUMP. My QC330 has stopped working at about 13 months, 2nd one to do this. I am taking it up with HUSKY. If you could just add you name here and we can try and get Husky to do something about it. More name=more evidence of product being 'not of satisfactory quality'. Cheers, Jan.

Hi, Not great photos and I tried zooming but too low res. Is there just that 1 patch of 5-6 fruiting bodies? Can you take closer photos of the fungi in-situ and then pick a mushroom photo it from side, then cut it vertically through the centre and photo again. One possibility is Honey Fungus, but can't tell from your photos. How's the rest of the tree look (probably leafless now but healthy this summer)? I would say it is worth keeping an eye on but no need to fill the saws and get cutting this year! Hope that helps, jan.

I run Tay Tree Surgery, a small tree surgery business based in Newport-on-Tay, Fife, and I'm looking to take on a groundie. We have run as a team of 3+ for many years. Company has been going 10yrs+. Ideally would have chainsaw ticket as a minimum, but willing to train up and pay for tickets for a committed employee. This role has scope to progress to be a climber in the medium term. We are an experienced team with good machines to get jobs done quickly and efficiently. Must be reliable and keen to learn about Arb. Pay dependent on tickets and experience. Email [email protected] or ring on 07917 226 230.

Hi, It would be helpful to add what tickets you have and the area you cover, scotland's a big place! Jan.

Looks like deodar cedar.

The tools (540i and 2x hedgecutters) I have are great when working, but have had more issues than petrol stuff. In 4yrs of professional use 1 charger died, long reach hedge cutter repaired once under warranty and once outside warranty.At the moment for me the Pros out weighs the Cons, so happy to continue with battery stuff. Hopefully the longevity will be improved! Maybe someone from Husqvarna will address this.

Mine did same under warranty - sent it to FR Jones for repair - think that's what made them go bust! Never got the charger back - was about £120 for a new one.

You both have a duty of care. However no further action needed, by you, as you have informed the tree owner (hopefully in writing) of your concern and advice to remove. It is their responsibility to action it or not. If it fails and goes to court coz someone is injured they will have to explain why they did nothing.

Pruning is a good idea, when moved it will lose a lot of small roots for water uptake, so reducing leaf cover will reduce water demand. Winter (when dormant) is best time to do it. The next few months will be the worst time, but if you have to make sure you water it regularly. Good luck. Jan.

Looks like Goat willow to me, The Collins tree guide covers everything I've ever needed, can pick up a 2nd hand copy for about a fiver online. I've got 2 one for home and other stays in the van. Cheers, Jan.

Not something I've seen before. Location would help. Re mulching, you need to leave a gap between the mulch and tree stem, ie at least 5cm all around. It looks in one photo like the mulch is piled up around the trunk, might just look like that in the pic?

I'm not going to download any random files from your post. As stere said post images.

I have had both 18v topper and 36v back handle makita chainsaws. Both broke at around 2yslr old with light use. I got the 18v replaced under warranty as Covid delayed getting it fixed. The 36v just stopped working, out of warranty. I won't be buying any more Makita saws!