Eviction notice is served on encampment

Peterborough City Council has served an eviction notice on a traveller camp that has been set up in the Ortons area of the city.

A number of caravans arrived on land at Gostwick in Orton Brimbles two weeks ago, and since then residents have reported a rise in anti-social behaviour.

Cambridgeshire police said extra patrols were being carried out in the area as a result.

But now an eviction order has been served on the group.

A Peterborough City Council spokesperson said: “We obtained the Section 78 today (Wednesday, August 8) in court and will now issue it on the group.

“If they still fail to leave we will engage with agents to undertake an eviction.”

A Cambridgeshire police spokesman said officers would work with the council oversee to the safe and peaceful closure of the encampment.

Police have increased patrols in the Ortons after residents raised concerns over anti-social behaviour following the arrival of the camp.

The spokesman said earlier this week: “The police and partners are aware of a traveller encampment in Gostwick, Peterborough.

“We have received some reports around the encampment, including anti-social behaviour, and have increased patrols in the area to engage with those in the encampment and local residents.

“Appropriate legal processes are currently underway and police will support those partners in this.

“If anyone wishes to report any concerns they should so do so via 101/online or via 999 in an emergency.”

The camp on land of Gostwick has been served with an eviction notice by the city council