Un oraș din Anglia le-a dat copacilor drepturi ca oamenilor. Decizia a fost luată în unanimitate

Lewes has officially recognized the rights of all trees within its territory, becoming the first city in England to do so. The local council unanimously adopted a new 'Tree Charter' that acknowledges the intrinsic value of trees, hedges, and local forests. This initiative is part of a global movement advocating for the 'rights of nature', aiming to change environmental protection perspectives. While the decision does not grant legal status to trees or impose new laws, it is hoped to shift attitudes and provide residents with stronger arguments against tree removal projects. This measure follows a summer of extreme temperatures and wildfires in the UK, highlighting the importance of trees in flood risk reduction, air purification, and carbon capture.