Enfield Council workers discovered a large oak tree, measuring 6.1 meters around its trunk, felled in Whitewebbs Park. The April 3 incident has been reported to the police, and a Tree Preservation Order has been enacted. The tree was highly regarded, thought to be among London's top 100 oaks. Local groups expressed devastation and called for accountability, emphasizing the need for stronger protections for ancient trees. The Woodland Trust also condemned the crime, highlighting the precarious status of such historic trees and urging the government to initiate legal protections.
"This depressing crime is a reminder to all of us that not every ancient tree is in a safe place. It is very unusual to see the felling of an oak tree of this size and age."
"We want answers, and we want guarantees the other trees here are being protected properly. The tree belonged to Enfield and to our national heritage. I am personally devastated."
#tree-preservation #environmental-protection #community-activism #criminal-damage #heritage-conservation
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