Decision

The Portfolio Holder for Environment agreed, subject to securing the full amount of grant funding from the he EWCO (England Woodland Creation Officer), to proceed with the creation of the proposed Woodlands as outlined in the report.

Reasons for the decision

The Portfolio Holder for Environment agreed to proceed with securing the grant funding for the proposed Woodlands projects because securing the funding was necessary so that the Woodlands projects could be delivered. The funding was required to cover the costs of the trees as well as associated maintenance and infrastructure.