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Conservation and sustainability
Protecting the environment and enhancing communities.
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Report a problem with a tree
You can report a problem with a tree if it is causing an obstruction or danger to road users or pedestrians or is damaging property.
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Apply for trees
Leicestershire County Council's tree schemes for farmers and landowners to plant trees, woodland and hedges in rural areas of the county.
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Ash dieback
Ash dieback is a highly infectious disease affecting Ash trees.
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Apply for permission to work on a protected tree
You need to apply for permission before any works are carried out to a protected tree including minor pruning.
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Environmental policies and reports
Find out more about our environmental strategies and read our performance reports
News
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Memorial walk for Leicester and Leicestershire is formally opened
A tree trail in a country park providing space for reflection to be opened.
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Environment grants available for community groups
Time is running out to apply
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Support for communities to develop 'green' projects
Shire Environment Grant scheme is open for applicants