RESIDENTS are being reminded to trim hedges and trees now to avoid disturbing wildlife ahead of the upcoming bird nesting season.
Worcestershire County Council are advising people to prune before the March to August bird nesting season begins.
The county council manages 30.5 miles of hedges so footpaths are kept clear, with good visibility maintained for road users.
Mike Rouse, the council’s cabinet member with responsibility for highways and transport, has expressed the importance of maintaining trees and hedges whilst also avoiding sensitive times of year for plants and wildlife.
“Many trees and hedges are maintained by the county highways team, such as those within highway verges.
“However, residents and landowners are responsible for their own trees and hedges, particularly if they are overhanging the road or pavement.
“So, we would like to remind people to prune back now before bird nesting season so wildlife is not disturbed,” he added.
If shrubbery is causing an obstruction or visibility issue to a road, street sign or lighting column, visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/OnlineReporting to notify the council.
Residents can take their garden waste to a local Household Recycling Centre where it is recycled into a soil conditioner.
Some areas offer a garden waste collection service. For more information on this please contact your local District Council.
Visit www.letswasteless.com for more information on your district council’s waste collection services.
