More pictures of vandalised and dying trees planted for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee have been revealed.
The Bicester Advertiser previously reported that several of the 70 trees planted around Bicester to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee were dying from heat exhaustion and lack of water.
In addition, some residents reported seeing trees that had been vandalised.
New pictures taken on Thursday, July 14 show the extent of the vandalism to some of the young trees planted in Langford Meadows.
Chairman of the Town Council’s Policy Committee Donna Ford previously stated the council are saddened that some of the young trees have been vandalised and stolen.
Adding that the selfish actions of a few have spoiled what could have been enjoyed by the town for many years to come.
Ms Ford said Bicester Town Council are looking at options to prevent further issues.
Read more: Jubilee trees planted two weeks ago are now dying
In addition to the vandalism, the trees have been drying out under severe heat stress and lack of water.
Councillor Nick Cotter said: “responsibility for watering the trees lies with Cherwell District Council through their local landscaping contractor.”
However, Councillor Dan Sames confirmed that Cherwell District Council have been watering the trees twice a week since June 30.
Mr Cotter said there will be a meeting between Bicester Town Council and Cherwell District Council next week to get to the bottom of why this situation has been allowed to come about.
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This story was written by Matthew Norman, he joined the team in 2022 as a Facebook community reporter.
Matthew covers Bicester and focuses on finding stories from diverse communities.
Get in touch with him by emailing: Matthew.norman@newsquest.co.uk
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