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Report on site provision launched

February 23, 2017

In July 2016 we launched our Planning for the accommodation needs of Gypsies and Travellers in London report which highlights our experiences in working on planning policy issues over the last four years. The report presents the challenges facing Gypsy and Traveller site provision in London and gives examples of best practice as well as recommendations for policy …

Have your say at forum meeting

February 12, 2017

Do you want a stronger voice for London’s Gypsies and Travellers? Then join us at the London Gypsy and Traveller Forum (LGTF), on Thursday, 9th February, 11am-1pm at Committee Room 5, London City Hall, The Queen’s Walk, SE1 2AA. LGT coordinates the LGTF, where people from the community can meet to discuss matters affect their lives. There is an open invitation for …

How is the Scrap Act affecting you?

February 12, 2017

How has the Scrap Metal Dealers Act affected you? We are collecting testimonies for dealers up and down the country. Please let us know how the Scrap Metal Dealers Act has affected scrap dealers. These comments are going to help us write a much needed report to the Government opposing the act. You can leave comments on …

LGT self-employment courses valued

February 12, 2017

London Gypsies and Travellers workshops go from strength to strength, with an emphasis on learning how to become self employed through an application of practical skills. In the run up to Christmas, LGT ran a six week course introducing young women to floristry and learning skills in becoming self employed. The focus of the workshops was to equip …