Devon residents express concern over Travellers being forced to leave their site
The site has about 15 caravans. It was a disused car park before Christmas. The council had previously denied a request for pitches there. One councillor raised concerns about rubbish and safety issues.
Another councillor felt uneasy about moving people without a proper alternative. The only nearby site is full and has a waiting list. Talks are happening to find a new site for them.
Some readers shared their thoughts online. One pointed out that living on public land for free isn’t fair. They mentioned the importance of having proper facilities.
Another commenter criticized those who run businesses from their caravans. They said that if rules were in place, it would help everyone.
One reader suggested that the council should have better secured the site to prevent access.
Others expressed sympathy for the Travellers, highlighting that families with small children live there. They argued that just because they live differently doesn’t mean they should be treated poorly.
On social media, some shared positive experiences with the Travellers. They described them as clean and welcoming. Others noted that the area was already a mess before the Travellers arrived.
Overall, many locals are calling for more understanding and better solutions for everyone involved.
