Bad pruning cut, Prunus serrula

Loxley

I've really buggered this cut up haven't I?

Tried to correct a ragged cut and ended up too close to the branch. Will the branch survive?

Helix

It might survive, but in my opinion it will be hugely weak and will eventually break.  Best to encourage a new lateral further down.

Loxley

If I cut cleanly below the cut I already made, there's a shoot just below that which would take over. Should I do it now? I'll try not to get so close next time. 

Helix

See what others say, but I would.  And not so close and no need for such an extreme angle. 

Loxley

Thanks Helix, happier with the second attempt. 

This will teach me not to try out new secateurs for the first time on a valuable plant! I assumed being new that they'd be nice and sharp...