A Bill to enable police forces and local authorities in England and Wales to disperse unauthorised traveller encampments with the minimum of delay; and for connected purposes
House of Commons
1 May 2012
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This bill would give police and local authorities in England and Wales the power to disperse unauthorised Traveller encampments with the minimum of delay, and to deal with related issues needed to implement those dispersals. It is intended to speed up action to remove encampments while addressing the associated practical arrangements and responsibilities.
The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons; the first reading took place on 9 November 2011. No further progress is indicated in the provided information.
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9 Nov 2011
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
