§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what action he will take to assist communities affected by unauthorised encampments of travellers in Flintshire. [24159]
§ Mr. Win GriffithsLand authorities and the police have powers under sections 66 and 77–79 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 to direct unauthorised campers, including travellers, to leave land where they are camped without permission.
Although these powers are discretionary, local authorities and the police have wide experience of dealing with unauthorised encampments and it is for them to decide whether the use of the powers is necessary.