Agenda item

It was noted that this report had been prepared following a request from the Committee to receive a briefing on the use of Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs). It was confirmed that there would be an opportunity to have a further discussion at the forthcoming Planning Training Sessions for Members.

During a discussion on the issues relating to the protection of trees it was confirmed that the Committee acknowledged that Members would like to see greater use of TPOs where necessary as a last resort to protect trees and would be interested to know how the number of TPOs in the Peak District compared to those in other National Park Authorities.

RESOLVED: To note the report.

Cllr C Carr left the meeting at 2.20pm following consideration of this item.