TRAVELLERS have set up an encampment in a residential area of Poole.
A group of caravans and associated vehicles have parked up on grassland off Ryall Road in Canford Heath.
Police were reportedly seen at the site shortly after the travellers' arrival on the afternoon of October 1.
A BCP Council spokeswoman said: “We are aware that an encampment has formed at Ryall Road in Poole.
“Our staff will be attending the site today to carry out the statutory welfare and educational needs assessments.”
Dorset Police's spokesman added: "We received a report at 3.34pm on Tuesday 1 October 2024 of an unauthorised encampment in the area of Ryall Road in Poole.
"Officers have attended the site to liaise with those present and will also be liaising with the local authority.
"We will continue to monitor the situation and work with our partners to take any further action if required."
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