Residents in Muswell Hill Road were left fuming after Haringey Council removed a London Plane tree from outside number 46. Local Councillor Lynne Featherstone has taken up the issue with the council on behalf of the residents.

Lib Dem Cllr. Featherstone has contacted managers of Street Scene who were responsible for the removal of the tree to express residents’ anger over its removal. Street Scene have responded by saying that the tree was originally removed because of damage it was causing to neighbouring property but it may now be replaced if the funds are available.

Cllr. Featherstone comments:

“I am pleased that the Council has signalled that they are willing to replace the tree. However until they make a firm commitment, I will continue to press them on the issue.

“It may be one tree but in London, every tree and every patch of greenery counts and I think it is essential that we make sure that we do not lose trees in locations such as these.”