The RSPB support the policy direction outlined and we agree with a policy that supports additional tree planting and canopy cover in developments without setting particular targets (as appropriate provision will vary depending on the site). We believe that the policy will need to require developers to assess suitability of planting to ensure we achieve the right tree in the right place – so for example to preclude planting on inappropriate soils (ie: peat) and/or planting of species that may not be suited to the changed climate envelope when they mature. There are also obvious links and benefits here to achieving biodiversity policy gains by planting native species as a preference.