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Hedge dispute plans backed

Plans to tackle disputes over high hedges have been endorsed by a Holyrood committee.

Legislation should promote good neighbourly behaviour and provide a solution where other avenues have failed, MSPs say.

Scotland is not covered by specific laws in this area but they have been adopted in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man.

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