Contravening Tree Preservation Orders from January 2016 to February 2022

Freedom of information request reference no: 01.FOI.22.023185

I note you seek access to the following information:

Since January 2016 to date:

1. How many complaints have been received by the police in relation to damage/removal of tree/s protected by a Tree Preservation Order

2. How many investigations have been carried out into damage/removal of tree/s protected by a Tree Preservation Order

3. How many prosecutions have there been of crimes related to damage/removal of tree/s protected by a Tree Preservation Order

Decision

I have today decided to disclose the located information to you in full.

Please find below information pursuant to your request above.

Please note, this relates only to cases reported in the Metropolitan Police District. In addition, please note that local planning authorities can also prosecute and take individuals to court for offences relating to the contravention of a Tree Preservation Order. You may wish to approach local authorities to see if they hold any additional information,