Bristol trees get chopped 1920 x 1080
Landowner takes it upon himself to illegally cut down street trees in Bristol in a critical pollution hotspot. One tree remains in an extremely dangerous condition.... UPDATE!!!! Feb 2020 - It turns out the trees are actually owned by the Council due to the extensive research of Save The M32 Maples facebook group. WATCH OUT FOR VIDEO 2 which explores in depths the 'clerical errors' behind this unique case. We hope to set a precedent to safeguard all City trees and make planning decisions more accountable....... read on for update.......
…. . . Damaged trees recover and show new life.
Chainsaw Brigade finish off the first 2 trees ...illegally. New Years day early.am
Owner fences off area he may not even own.
Council dispute land ownership.
Chainsaws standing by...owner will just pay fine for illegal felling...drop in the ocean of potential profits...that fine will give an excuse NOT to provide affordable housing. Crowdfunder set up to pay legal fees for dispute.
Demolition starts on old building increasing fears that owner will now cut trees behind fence and pull inwards - illegally.
Large interesting meeting with Councillors, health professionals, clean air alliance, XR and media.
Strategy discussed.
Save The M32 Group were given a platform at the School Strikes Climate demonstration alongside others including Greta Thunberg.
It's now Council v Us v Landowner to sort out who actually owns the land whilst the remaining trees are under constant threat.
Trees are now monitored 24/7 by the group. Please Join and stand up for cleaner air and keeping the trees and green spaces that are left in our Cities and towns.