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Tree Planting

How we’re using the power of the courts to clamp down on illegal felling

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Jonathan Tizzard, an Enforcement Investigator for the Forestry Commission, talks about the first ever Restocking Order after conviction as a Magistrates Court orders a landowner to replant a site of illegal felling.

Growing strong: Defra’s Trees and Forestry Team reflect on the last 6 months

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Bella Murfin and Naomi Matthiessen, job share directors for the Nature for Climate Fund Tree Programme in Defra, look back at the last 6 months delivering the government’s commitment to treble tree planting in England by the end of 2025.

Thriving for the Future: Seizing the moment for trees, woods and forests

Two adults and two children walk along a forest path wearing warm clothing. One adult holds hands with one of the children

We've published our new corporate strategy setting out how we will deliver, for the environment, for the economy and for society, Richard Stanford, Chief Executive of the Forestry Commission, explains more.

Celebrating the King’s Coronation – A new Living Heritage Fund for tree planting

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King Charles III and Prince William planting a tree

The newly opened Coronation Living Heritage Fund will support local tree planting initiatives and small tree nurseries to commemorate the Coronation of King Charles III. Find out more about this fund and the benefits it can bring.