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This update provides details on the Forestry Commission’s working practices during the coronavirus outbreak.

Land managers offered guaranteed income for tree planting after third auction of Woodland Carbon Guarantee is announced.

Right tree, right place, right reason
Blog post
Find out more about the UK Forestry Standard and why it plays such an important role in tree planting and sustainable forestry in England.

Felling trees without a licence, where one would have been required, is an offence. Find out why tree felling should happen and what you can do to help us if you think it is happening illegally.

Create woodland: overview
Guidance
Find information and support on woodland creation in England, including funding to create woodland, legal requirements and best practice for sustainability.

Apply online for a felling licence
Guidance
Use this guide to apply for a licence to fell growing trees using our Felling Licence Online service

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