Weatherwatch: Why plane trees are cooler than you think
Plane trees were originally planted in cities because of their resistance to pollution, disease, compacted soils and the harsh environment, making them ideal for urban settings.
Everything we know about the felling of Enfield's ancient oak tree: cause, consequences and reactions
Lawrence-Thor Stephen stated that the tree had immense ecological value, likening its removal to losing something precious for future generationsâ "It feels like something has been taken away from us...".