when is the new law over hedges coming into force ??
its long overdue.
there needs to be a clearly defined height to stop this hassle.

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Ananova:

Man dies after dispute over hedge

A pensioner is believed to have died from a heart attack after a
dispute with a neighbour over a hedge.

The pensioner is understood to have got into an argument with another
householder in Louth, Lincolnshire, over the cutting of the hedge.

A scuffle is thought to have ensued and the pensioner, who is believed
to have a history of heart trouble, was taken to the Louth County
Hospital, where he died shortly after 2pm.

Lincolnshire Police say a 63-year-old man was arrested after the
incident this afternoon and is being held at Skegness police station.

It is understood he was arrested on suspicion of causing actual bodily
harm.


Story filed: 21:03 Saturday 10th May 2003