Our community deserves beauty': one man's mission to green a UK tree desert
Briefly

Billy Dasein, a lifelong resident of Rutland Street in Grimsby, reflects on the socio-economic decline of his neighborhood, which has faced significant challenges since the fishing industry waned in the 1970s. Despite a close-knit community where children played freely, today, East Marsh ranks as one of England's most deprived areas, with under 3% tree coverage. Dasein's return in 2013 revealed alarming changes, such as drug activity and a loss of community identity, underscoring the link between urban greenery and quality of life.
Dasein's return to Rutland Street revealed a drastic transformation; drug dealing on the streets and a community left behind, highlighting significant socio-economic decline.
East Marsh, with less than 3% tree coverage, starkly contrasts with wealthier neighborhoods, reflecting deeper socio-economic disparities and the impacts of environmental neglect.
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