Poundbury Tree Disgrace - Prince Charles Asked For Help
Justine McGuinness, the Liberal Democrat Parliamentary spokesperson for West Dorset today wrote to Prince Charles to ask for help sorting out the mess following the felling of trees on the Bridport Road, Poundbury where an avenue of trees has been ruined. Commenting on her letter to HRH Prince Charles, Justine McGuinness said:
“There are precious few trees in Poundbury, a development seen as HRH Prince Charles’ personal project, which is why I have asked for his help. This wilful destruction of our environment has not gone unnoticed by the local community. Many people are very upset about it. Ideally the trees ought to be replaced with mature trees. Failing that either Prince Charles, as a sign of good will to the people of Dorchester, or the contractors, ought to substantially compensate in some other way.”
Ms McGuinness continued:
“Like many local residents around the Bradford Peverell and Poundbury area I have great affection for the landscape, which once included the complete avenue of trees. So I am extremely distressed about this act of environmental violence.
“I have also written to the District Council to ensure that other trees are fully protected for future generations. Immediate action must be taken to make sure this never happens again and to protect any remaining trees in the avenue and on Poundbury.”
