Paul has been involved in community forestry for over 25 years, and for much of that time as Director of The Mersey Forest. This long term plan and programme of environmental regeneration aims to get “more from trees”, using trees and woodlands to provide a wide range of benefits. Paul is a member of the Institute of Chartered Foresters, the Urban FWAC and Chair of the National Community Forest Partnership. His role as Director of The Mersey Forest involves managing the multidisciplinary team, developing and delivering the partnership business plan and budget, and working within a wide-ranging partnership to deliver the Government-approved Mersey Forest Plan. Current major projects include Northern Forest, Natural Health Service, Urban GreenUP and developing innovative funding opportunities for woodland and green spaces.