Agenda item

Report of the Town Clerk.

The Committee noted the various outstanding actions and the updates provided thereon.

Meeting with Natural England

The Highgate Wood, Conservation & Trees Manager advised Members that there was good progress applying for Countryside Stewardship the Team were confident on securing a grant in the 2019 bid year. The Heath’s Senior Ecologist provided an update on work that had subsequently taken place during the Committee Walk before the meeting.

Oak Processionary Moth

Members were advised that this allergic reaction was rare, usually occurring hours after exposure. The Director agreed to raise this concern at the National Oak Processional Group and ask for guidance on Epipens. It was agreed that the standard Forestry Commission leaflets would continue to be used.