By Vassili Papastavrou, Friday Feb 19, 2021
Another important tree is threatened with felling, and in response, the “Save the Ashley Down Oak” protest group has been formed. There is a platform in the tree and concerned residents are promising to occupy it for as long as needed.
The failure to consult over the management of urban trees has once again meant that Bristol City Council is like a rabbit in the headlights, unaware that local people care so much about trees.
Yet, all around the city, this is happening again and again as trees are being removed for a variety of reasons without any genuine consultation on options.