To ask the Minister of the Environment what survey work had been undertaken in respect of the protected trees at 135 Shandon Park, Belfast prior to their removal.

Planning Service had a health and condition survey undertaken of the trees on the site in March 2008. No third party photographic evidence or video footage was requested from the residents by the Department as it has its own information in relation to the removal of the trees.

The enforcement case is still under investigation and the Department is considering its options in relation to prosecution. A replanting scheme has been put in place already.