The Big Tree Plant Grants Panel meets twice per year usually in Spring and Summer.
It comprises members suggested by civil society organisations, an independent chair, Defra and the Forestry Commission.
Members of the grants panel:
Peter Wilkinson (Chair)
Director of The Next Field Ltd a green space consultancy, previously Director Thames Chase Community Forest and Bristol City Council Parks and Estates Service Manager
Nerys Jones
Consultant, member of Natural England Access to Nature Independent Grants Panel, previously CEO National Urban Forestry Unit
Tony Kirkham
Head of the Arboretum and Horticultural Services, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Dr Alison Millward
Environmental consultant experienced in community involvement with green space. Served on the Government's New Deal Task Force and Heritage Lottery Fund's Expert Panel. Previously chairperson of Groundwork Black Country and the Urban Wildlife Trust.
Decisions:
A summary of decisions taken at the April Grants Panel and July deferral panel (PDF, 28k)
A summary of decisions taken at the September 2011 Grants panel (PDF, 26k)
A summary of decisions taken at the April 2012 Grants Panel (PDF, 24k)
A summary of decisions taken at the September 2012 Grants Panel (PDF 16 k)
Notes of Meetings
- Notes of April 2011 Grants Panel (PDF, 32k)
- Notes of July 2011 deferral Panel (PDF, 31k)
- Notes of September 2011 Grants Panel (PDF, 31k)
- Notes of April 2012 Grants Panel
- Notes of September 2012 Grants panel (PDF 45k)