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Seaside Encampment Reappears Days After Removal
10 Jul
Summary
- Illegal encampment returned to Whitley Bay's The Links site.
- The group had previously been moved on earlier in the week.
- A junior parkrun was cancelled due to vehicles on the course.
An illegal encampment has reappeared on a popular seafront site in Whitley Bay days after being moved on. The group initially pitched tents on The Links, near the Spanish City venue, last weekend.
Authorities, including North Tyneside Council and Northumbria Police, attempted to remove the encampment on Tuesday. The group then relocated to a site near St Mary's Lighthouse car park.
However, by Friday, the encampment had returned to its original location on The Links. Council officials stated that legal processes are continuing to ensure the land is vacated promptly.
The presence of the encampment has previously disrupted local activities. Notably, the Whitley Bay Junior Parkrun cancelled its 2km run last Sunday because vehicles were obstructing the start and finish lines.
