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Tree health pilot scheme: rules for lead facilitators and group applicants

Find out what the lead facilitator and group applicants need to do for a group application in the tree health pilot (THP) scheme.

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From:
Forestry Commission and Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
Published:
19 July 2022
Last updated:
19 November 2025
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  1. Added a note that group applicants applying to proactively remove spruce must submit application form part C instead of B.

  2. Tree health pilot scheme group application: what a lead facilitator must do guide updated. Section 'How to apply as a lead facilitator' now includes: 'You must also submit a THP application form (part A and part B) for each group member. You will receive a THP application form by email, following a successful pre-assessment site visit.'

  3. Lead facilitator and group applicant guide updated to show changes to lead facilitator role. The lead facilitator will no longer be the single agreement holder for the group. They will need to submit an application form for each group member, including themselves. Each group member will have their own agreement with the Forestry Commission and receive their grant funding directly.

  4. First published.

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Tree health pilot scheme group application: what a lead facilitator must do

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You can apply for the tree health pilot (THP) scheme as an individual or as part of a group. A group application will provide a collaborative response to a local tree health issue.

This guidance explains what you must do for a group application if you are a:

  • lead facilitator
  • group applicant

You should also read and follow the THP scheme guidance and the THP scheme terms and conditions.

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