Arrests Won't Deter Sheffield Tree Campaigners

Sheffield tree campaigners have vowed to continue their protests despite the threat of arrests and court appearances.

The dispute began in November 2016 when Sheffield City Council contractors began removing eight trees from Rustlings Road.

Although an independent report found no "arboricultural reason" to remove seven of the trees, a councillor said removing them would save £50,000 needed to repair the pavements which he claimed they were damaging.

The tree removal scheme is ongoing, but faces fierce opposition from residents who have been adorning targeted trees with yellow ribbons.

Four people are awaiting court hearings in relation to previous tree protests, and this week police were called once again. This time no arrests were made and the tree was felled without incident.

The protests have generated headlines around the world, and attracted comment from famous faces and top politicians including Nick Clegg.

One of the campaigners, Chris Rust, believes the continuing opposition is having an effect on the council's behaviour. He said:

"I think we are having an effect. The council seems to be in a much more open frame of mind. They seem to want to talk about it.

"Whether that will lead us anywhere, I don't know."

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