The identity of the contractor responsible for the unauthorized felling of a 500-year-old oak tree in Whitewebbs Park, Enfield, North London, has been revealed as Ground Control. This incident occurred a year ago and has led to widespread public outrage and parliamentary questions. Mitchells & Butler Retail (MBR), owner of the Toby Carvery restaurant chain, claimed the tree was cut down for safety reasons due to disease. However, investigations by experts, including those from the Forest Commission, found the tree to be healthy. The tree's trunk remains, with all branches removed, and specialists argue that the alleged hazards were misrepresented. Enfield council has initiated legal action against MBR for the unauthorized removal, asserting that it was done without the council's permission. Ground Control's arborist team was reportedly not involved in the assessment or felling, raising further concerns about MBR's justification for the tree's removal. The incident has prompted calls for transparency and accountability regarding corporate actions affecting public and environmental interests.