"Many [sites] adjoin recycling plants or are surrounded by embankments of earth. “They try to hide Gypsies away from public view,” Green says."
Many thanks to @RKWinvisibleman for this write-up on the state of sites and the #PolicingBill. (1/6)
Many thanks to @RKWinvisibleman for this write-up on the state of sites and the #PolicingBill. (1/6)
https://twitter.com/RKWinvisibleman/status/1494337881803943942
Previous research by @KatharineQ showed the extent of inadequate site placement, with 79% located within 500 metres of one or more of an A road, motorway, railway line, refuse/recycling, sewage or an industrial estate, canal or river.
bylinetimes.com/2021/05/24/sys… (3/6)
bylinetimes.com/2021/05/24/sys… (3/6)
With the #PolicingBill nearing Royal Ascent, the centuries-old nomadic way of life in Britain is at risk.
The decision to pursue punishment over provision will further worsen the poor life outcomes of Gypsy, Traveller and nomadic communities. (4/6)
The decision to pursue punishment over provision will further worsen the poor life outcomes of Gypsy, Traveller and nomadic communities. (4/6)
Over the coming months, we have a range of activities on understanding your rights under the #PolicingBill once it is enshrined in law.
Watch this space for information on what the new legislation means, and how to maintain a nomadic way of life under the new law. (5/6)
Watch this space for information on what the new legislation means, and how to maintain a nomadic way of life under the new law. (5/6)
To stay up to date with our latest campaigns, click this link to sign-up to our newsletter: action.gypsy-traveller.org/page/90518/sub… (6/6)
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