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Unlike in countries such as Italy, where ancient trees are akin to listed buildings, most of the oldest trees in Britain are not legally protected. More consistent rules might shore up public confidence

earlier this month. Many local councillors blamed national politics for the drubbing. But in Plymouth, where the Tories lost almost every seat, the results also reflected more parochial concerns. When 110 trees in the city centre were felled under the cover of darkness in March, to make way for a £12.7m redevelopment, public fury quickly toppled the presiding Tory council leader. Anger was still bubbling at the polling stations.

Protesters say that trees lack proper protection. The first locals may hear of a felling is the sound of chainsaws. Unlike in countries such as Italy, where ancient trees are akin to listed buildings, in Britain most of the oldest trees are not legally protected.which can remove them at whim.

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