Somerset Council Report – July 2023

Somerset tree strategy takes root

A ten-year plan to enhance and protect Somerset trees and woodland has been adopted by Somerset Council. Amongst its ambitious aims, the strategy sets out a plan for planting 240 hectares of new trees and woodlands each year across the county until 2033, this would increase the county’s tree coverage from its current 8% to the national average of 13% and more if possible.

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