{"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERemedial action\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIf a warning sign is observed in a tree situated in a high risk target zone, a decision should be made whether the zone should be fenced-off pending remedial action.\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0Options for remedial action range from felling the tree, removal of an affected limb and pruning it to reduce the size of its crown. Expert advice should be sought if necessary, e.g., from a reputable tree-surgeon, forester, or arboriculturalist. It may be necessary to seek expert advice if a tree is the subject of a preservation order, is the home of protected wildlife or is within a conservation area. 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