Can I prune my neighbour’s tree? Check these 4 things first

Overhanging branches from a neighbour’s tree can be a real nuisance, and many people are unsure about what rights they have. Can you prune your neighbour’s trees, though?

It all depends on the permission you have, whether or not the tree is protected, and your garden’s boundaries. The rules are similar to those around whether or not you can cut a neighbour’s tree roots – but if you want to avoid breaking the law, you’ll need to carefully follow a few steps.

Here’s everything you need to know about cutting back a neighbour’s trees.