Where can I find a registered contractor?
If the building work proposed requires planning consent, all
trees which could potentially be affected by the development (including those off-site) should be assessed by an arboricultural consultant in accordance with British Standard BS5837
Trees in Relation to Construction...
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Atypical Myopathy Joint Position Statement
Arboricultural Association
and British Horse Society joint policy statement on Felling of Sycamore
trees in relation to Atypical Myopathy: A statement for arborists
and horse owners Introduction This 2022 document is a revision of the previous joint document issued by the ...
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Studying Arboriculture
Arborists can attain a host of qualifications, from City & Guilds CS tickets all the way up to Masters
and PhDs. Depending on which aspect of managing
trees you want to work in you can find out what you need to do here.
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What are the typical services of an arboricultural contractor?
Services typically required of an arboricultural contractor are: Tree maintenance operations including pruning,
and related works to relevant British Standards (see our Tree Work Terminology page) Tree planting operations
and aftercare/establishment programmes Tree fell...
12/12/2015
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I'm worried about the safety of my tree - can a Council's tree officer come and inspect it? If not,
Council Tree Officers are not in post to give independent advice to the public about their
trees or to recommend individual contractors or consultants. We advise residents to seek help
and advice when they are concerned from professionals who are approved by a recognised body...
23/11/2015
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I have a tree which is outside my boundary and not under my control - whose responsibility is it?
The law is very clear with regard to a tree owner’s ‘duty of care’: Legally, the owner of the land is responsible for
trees growing on their land. If the tree is growing on Council owned or managed land then you should contact your local Council.
24/11/2015
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I do not know who owns a tree, which is causing me concern – who do I contact?
Local Councils do not hold records of land ownership,
and therefore cannot advise on the ownership of
trees, you should contact the Land Registry who hold details of land ownership. A charge is made for this service.
24/11/2015
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When is the bird nest season?
The ‘Bird Nesting Season’ is officially from February until August (Natural England)
and it is recommended that vegetation works (tree or hedge cutting) or site clearance should be done outside of the nesting season. However, in reality the nesting period may start before thi...
24/11/2015
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Are there any times of year when tree works should not be undertaken?
Ideally tree works should not be undertaken during the spring time period, when the 'sap is rising' to enable the leaves to flush (come out)
and photosynthesis to begin,
and during the autumn, when the tree is drawing nutrients back into itself from the leaves as they go bro...
24/11/2015
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What is a Tree Consultant?
A tree (arboricultural) consultant is someone who has gained recognised qualifications
and expertise in the care
and management of
trees - particularly
trees in landscape
and amenity features, in gardens
and parks or other populated settings where they are for the enjoyment a...
12/12/2015
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