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UK Traveller communities fear ‘cultural annihilation’ over upcoming trespass laws

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people face imprisonment or hefty fines under new England and Wales Police Bill that ‘criminalises’ nomadic life Blyth Brentnall 25 January 2022, 11.33am Peers will tonight vote for the final time on legislation that has been … Continue reading

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The policing bill’s attack on Gypsies, Roma and Travellers

The policing bill is the biggest threat to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities in our lifetime. Jake Bowers speaks with Pablo Navarrete to explain why.

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Scuffles as travellers’ ‘Kill The Bill’ demo ends in clashes with police in London

Scuffles as travellers’ ‘Kill The Bill’ demo ends in clashes with police in LondonTravellers, gypsies, and squatters gathered in London on Wednesday (July 7) to protest against a new government bill which, if passed, will criminalise trespass with the intention … Continue reading

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APPG for Gypsies, Roma and Travellers meeting to discuss the criminalisation of trespass

All-Party Parliamentary Group for Gypsies, Roma and Travellers meeting to discuss the criminalisation of trespass In March 2021, the Government announced proposals to bring in harsh new laws which will affect nomadic people. Within Part 4 of the Policing, Crime, … Continue reading

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Gypsies and Travellers Are Under Attack – And So Are Our Collective Freedoms

If GRT culture is stamped out, then everyone else’s liberties will be just one step behind. by Jake Bowers 5 April 2021 A mixed Irish Traveller/Romani encampment on Hastings seafront, April 2021. Photo credit: Jake Bowers Every spring, as daffodils and primroses … Continue reading

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