tony gates is the chief executive of the northumberland national park authority.ve already been established genetic clones, which could now be planted in different parts of the country. we all felt a bit low last september when the tree was cut down, you know, such a great symbol of the north east. we thought, well, maybe that's had gone forever. but raising seedlings isn't the only way the tree's legacy is being preserved. a technique called grafting is also being used with nine of the 20 grafts now showing signs of life. it'll take the seedlings around 100 years to grow into full, mature trees. not many of us will be around to see that. but for those who miss this iconic tree, it's still the best possible news. a sign of hope after months of anguish and despair. for more stories . from across the uk, head to the bbc news website. welcome to sports day. and these are the headlines. a major moment for manchester united as they knocked liverpool out of the fa cup with a goal and a 120th minute and a 4—3 win. could this be the year by leverkusen win once again in th

tony gates is the chief executive of the northumberland national park authority.een established — genetic clones which can now be planted in different parts of the country. we all felt a bit low last september when the tree was cut down. you know, such a great symbol of the northeast. we thought, "maybe that's it gone forever." but raising seedlings isn't the only way the tree's legacy is being preserved. a technique called grafting is also being used — with nine of the 20 grafts now showing signs of life. it'll take the seedlings around 100 years to grow into full mature trees — not many of us will be around to see that. but for those who missed this iconic tree, it's still the best possible news — a sign of hope after months of anguish and despair. for more stories . from across the uk, head to the bbc news website. hey, i'm zof with the catch up! tonight: could tiktok be banned in the us? a guide dog charity appeal. and an unexpected scent from mcdonald's. we're starting with a big row about one of the biggest donors to the conservative party, who's accused of