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Lewes Council Unanimously Adopts Tree Charter for All Trees

By Drooid · Sep 15, 2026, 10:34 PM UTC · How we work

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Lewes Town Council adopted a Tree Charter granting rights to all trees.
The council approved the motion unanimously on Thursday.
The charter lists rights to life, flourishing, restoration, and natural life cycles.
Dr Joanna Miller Smallwood of the University of Sussex created the guiding toolkit.
Critics note the charter is not legally binding but may influence planning decisions.

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Story summary

Lewes Town Council adopted a Tree Charter granting rights to all trees.
The council approved the motion unanimously on Thursday.
The charter lists rights to life, flourishing, restoration, and natural life cycles.
Dr Joanna Miller Smallwood of the University of Sussex created the guiding toolkit.
Critics note the charter is not legally binding but may influence planning decisions.