Dai R

Sorry, can't seem to get photos to work on here. The picture I was talking about with the scars of the old wounds is the second one in the album. Here is a link to the album: dair13's Library | Photobucket Thanks.

I've found these holes all over a holm oak. Its covered in them, as far up the tree as I could see from the ground. I'm guessing some kind of insect. As the pattern of holes seems quite distinctive, I'm just wondering if anyone would be able to say what species? It seems weird that its a holm oak affected while none of the surrounding trees have any signs of infestation, including other holm oaks in the vicinity. I think in the 3rd pic you can see some older scars above the fresh ones. The size of each individual hole is around 3-5mm. Any help much appreciated!

I say topped, the actual condition is crown reduction of 7 m on a 13m tree that doesnt start branching until about 5m. Not much being left up. Not looking to deviate from the plans, just things like sourcing 2 trees of local provenance to replace each tree removed and bat surveys. Would it be a good idea to ask for receipts/reports etc from the owner for these? Thanks

We've got a job in a woodland with blanket tpos. The owner has got the relevant permissions and planning consents for the work, and has given a copy to us. There are two trees to be felled, and two to be topped. There are conditions for the work set out in the permission, not all of them relevant to the actual felling. Do we need to ensure that these other caveats have been met before starting the work, or is the owner liable to ensure these are done. If anyones done any work on tpos, any insight or tips gratefully received. Cheers