Preservation order protects 300-year-old oak
Six tree preservation orders are issued to protect important trees across a borough in Devon.
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"The trees helped provide homes for wildlife, support biodiversity, improve air quality and help create the green landscapes that define our borough."
— Councillor Mandy Ewings , Politician
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Six tree preservation orders are issued to protect important trees across a borough in Devon.
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