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Sunderland City Council

LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman) Other Reference 26-008-699 Sector Environment And Regulation Category Trees Decided 05 July 2026

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We will not investigate Ms X’s complaint about damage caused to her property by a council-owned tree. Only the courts can determine liability for the damage, so it is reasonable for Ms X to take the matter to court.

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