Yes that is an odd bit. Will have to see how it develops.

Probably just an unfortunate reality for companies that do big business together to work towards a third option. Hopefully it can at least lead to a third or 4th option depending what happens with the EU plans.

Recently planted a mixed native hedge as bare root plants around the edge of the garden to help increase wildlife. Fingers crossed they all establish well. All this rain should help. I can't wait to see what the look like in a year. I get very impatient at this part.