"Wendy" wrote in message . ..
I have a number of trees growing in my garden which were lopped right
down to just about 6" above the root. This act of wanton vandalism
took place about two or three years ago. Now I have a waist high
forest of pollards, for the want of a better word, which I would like
to get rid of, permanently. How do I kill the roots without removing
them and without killing the furry things which have taken up
residence in and around the roots.

'Root Out'
http://www.daxproducts.co.uk/rootout.html

Perfectly safe if you follow the instructions. Most garden centres sell it.

Rod