Gypsy and travellers

We’ve recently experienced several fires at the BIFFA waste processing facility in Aldridge caused by vapes or batteries being incorrectly disposed of in household waste bins. It is really important not to put vapes in your household bins as they contain built-in batteries which become extremely dangerous when compacted. Under pressure, batteries can ignite - and that's exactly what has happened.

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We are in contact with all known rough sleepers in the district to encourage them into accommodation during this warm spell as part of our severe weather emergency protocol. If you are concerned about a rough sleeper that you feel needs help, please call us on 01543 308000 or outside of office hours call 01527 406643.

Our severe weather emergency protocol is now active

Evidence base relating to gypsy and traveller communities.

Gypsy and traveller accommodation assessment 2019
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Gypsy and traveller methodology paper 2016
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Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2012
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Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2008
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Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2008 executive summary
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Gypsy and traveller accommodation assessment 2019

Gypsy and traveller methodology paper 2016

Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2012

Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2008

Gypsy traveller needs assessment 2008 executive summary