The Monkey Puzzle (Araucaria araucana) has harmed no-one in the 150 years it has stood near Swansea’s seafront at West Cross. A Welsh-medium primary school is being constructed nearby. Council officers now recommend the ancient tree is felled “as soon as possible”.
Reports say the fronds which frequently fall are so sharp they are like “knives” or even “syringe needles”. And it has been said the fruit frequently drops shedding debris “like hand grenades”.
Councillors have heard roots have been weakened meaning it might topple within the next five years. Yesterday, a supplementary report to Swansea Council’s planning committee said the authority had to consider new Corporate Manslaughter laws. Residents in West Cross have signed a 170 signature petition calling for the tree to be retained.
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