Guernsey States gives £15K to replace trees lost in storm

The States has put £15,000 towards restoring Guernsey's public woodland and green spaces after hundreds of trees were lost during Storm Ciarán.

The funds will be given to the Nature Commission to invest in woodland management after about 350 trees fell during 70mph (112km/h) winds last week.

Trees will be planted in publicly accessible areas to "build resilience in the local natural environment".

Deputy Peter Ferbrache said the storm had "had a big impact".

Mr Ferbrache, president of the policy and resources committee, said: "The public sector's preparation for Storm Ciarán proved incredibly valuable in keeping islanders safe and minimising the damage caused.

"We are also fortunate to have avoided the very worst impacts of the storm, which were felt in Jersey, and our thoughts are with those who were injured or experienced very significant damage to their homes and businesses."

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