We have different teams for different tasks. Grass cutting is handled by contractors, while our Grounds Maintenance team takes care of shrubs, hedges, and planting. It might seem unusual, but we find this approach more efficient because different tasks require different equipment and skills.

We aim to have one grass cutting contractor per estate, but sometimes different teams handle the front and back due to equipment limitations. For example, larger machines used for the front may not fit through gates to the back.

Finding contractors with the capacity to collect clippings has been challenging. It takes longer and increases costs. Our priority was to ensure the grass was cut and kept on top of regularly. Hopefully, the clippings won't be as much of a nuisance now the grass is being trimmed more often.