A GATHERING at De Koffie Pot in Hereford heard about the benefits of community-led housing development.

Herefordshire Green Network welcomed guest speaker Andy Johnson, chairman of the Hereford Community Land Trust.

He shared the current plans and aspirations of the trust, which could include community-led development and management of open spaces within the Three Elms development, should planning permission be given.

Discussions also included support for self-build/ self finish homes; opportunities to ensure that building projects are green and ethical, and more ambitious projects such as reclaiming empty office buildings for community homes or use.

For more information search online for Hereford Community Land Trust.

The next Green Network gathering is on April 19 and will focus on the work of the Herefordshire Tree Forum, and the Tree Warden Networks.