Plans for Gypsy and traveller pitches rejected

Martin Clunes says 'hippie' neighbours' aren't really travellers

'The applicants are locally well-liked and they and their site may give the appearance of a New Age lifestyle, but that does not entitle them to special treatment as they do not meet the legal definition of a gypsy or traveller'

Plans for Gypsy and traveller pitches rejected

Chichester District Council has refused planning permission for 22 Gypsy and traveller pitches at a site in Sidlesham.

Senedd Members criticise ‘slow progress’ on Gypsy sites

Senedd Members criticised a lack of progress on new Gypsy, Roma and Traveller sites, warning people are living in substandard conditions.