Laurel hedge at 84 Winnington Road, N2
Received: 10 April 2025
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, I am requesting the following information in relation to the site visit and subsequent assessment of the laurel hedge at 84 Winnington Road, N2:1.Details of Site Visit:oThe date(s) on which council officers visited 84 Winnington Road in connection with the hedge.oThe names, job titles, and departments of the officers who carried out the site visit (unless exempted under Section 40 of the Act).oAny notes, photographs, site reports, or assessments recorded during or following this visit relating to the laurel hedge.2.Legal and Policy Basis:oA copy of the internal guidance, policy, or criteria used to determine whether the laurel hedge was afforded protection under conservation area or tree/hedgerow regulations.oSpecific explanation or interpretation relied on by officers when determining that the hedge 'cannot in law be described as trees,' as recently stated in correspondence from the Head of Enforcement.3.Internal Communications:oCopies of any emails, memos, or internal discussions (including those involving Mr Iain Sutherland or other planning/enforcement officers) referring to:The laurel hedge at 84 Winnington Road.The decision-making process regarding its protected or unprotected status.Any reference to whether its removal was authorised, unauthorised, or exempt.If any part of this request is unclear or overly broad, please do not hesitate to contact me so that I may refine it.I would prefer to receive the information electronically via email.Thank you in advance for your time and assistance.