A group of travellers have stationed themselves on playing fields in Arnold.
They are thought to have damaged a gate to gain access to Church Lane playing fields, which are located behind St Mary’s Church.
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The site was being assessed earlier today by Police and officials from Gedling Borough Council.
A spokesman for the council said: “We’ve been made aware of travellers on the site of Church Lane playing fields, in Arnold.
“Our officers have been and carried out the assessments and served a notice requesting the occupants to vacate the site within 24 hours. Failure to comply will result in enforcement action. “
Swift action needs to be taken – this site is used by youth orgs, dog walkers and young children – it’s not acceptable that Travellers can trespass in this way – I hope the full force of the law will be used to effect a speedy solution that does not leave the LA and by extension the local citizens, unduly burdened financially.