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Travellers Breach £18K Fencing, Leave Mess
17 Apr
Summary
- Travellers entered the car park after removing a bollard.
- Council spent £18,000 on new fencing to prevent entry.
- Dozens of travellers left bags of rubbish on the recreation ground.
A group of travellers has caused significant public anger in Sittingbourne, Kent, after allegedly breaching new security measures at a council car park. Despite an £18,000 investment in fencing to prevent unauthorized access, the travellers reportedly removed a bollard, using an angle grinder, to gain entry to Milton Recreation Ground. This marks the fourth such incident at the location.
The travellers stayed for approximately 24 hours before moving on. However, their departure left behind a substantial amount of rubbish, necessitating multiple visits by council waste removal services. Local residents have voiced their frustration and concern, with some questioning the effectiveness of the council's expenditure and the measures in place.
Officials confirmed that waste removal workers had to make two separate visits to clear the accumulated rubbish. The alleged ease with which the travellers bypassed the new fencing has fueled public outcry, with residents feeling that their concerns are not adequately addressed by the authorities. The incident highlights ongoing issues with traveller encampments in the region.
