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Insurance

In response to a question from Ann Holmes, the Superintendent of Hampstead Heath replied that, for insurance purposes, damage and injuries arising from storm damage was attributed to an Act of God.

Publicity of Budgetary Pressures

In response to an observation from Michael Hammerson that the pressures facing the management of the City’s Open Spaces needed to be publicised as widely as possible, the Highgate Wood Manager noted that the issues were well known across the industry, ranging from the Crown Estate, to the London Borough of Camden, which was facing a £70 million reduction in budgets.

Signage and Bins

In response to concerns from Marguerite Clark, the Highgate Wood Manager agreed to consider improved signage for the Pavilion Café and the appearance of recycling bins outside of the café itself.

Highgate Wood Heritage Day

The Highgate Wood Manager noted that the Highgate Wood Heritage Day would take place on Sunday 31 August 2014.