City councillors have a duty to protect our trees

MEMBERS of Cardiff Council’s planning committee face a major test tomorrow (Wednesday, February 13).

They have a golden opportunity to demonstrate their concern for the environment, conservation areas and future generations.

They have an opportunity to reject the disgraceful recommendation of council officers to allow developers to cut down over 15 mature trees in the grounds of Suffolk House in Canton.

These trees are protected as part of the area’s conservation area. Members of the planning committee have visited the site and I am confident they saw the importance of the trees to the wildlife and quality of life of the area, and will do their democratic duty and oppose this development as it currently stands. Mr Ceri Williams

Canton, Cardiff

They have a golden opportunity to demonstrate their concern for the environment Ceri Williams Canton, Cardiff