A group of travellers has once again set up an unauthorised encampment at a popular family park in Birmingham, just months after a significant eviction operation cleared the same site.
Frustration as caravans bypass security
Local residents have voiced their anger and disappointment after seeing several caravans and associated vehicles move back onto Daisy Farm Recreation Ground on Maypole Lane. The group managed to enter the site, bypassing existing security measures intended to prevent such occupations.
This marks the second time in less than six months that the public park has been occupied. The return has sparked renewed concerns among the community about potential property damage and anti-social behaviour.
Impact on the local community
The presence of the vehicles has rendered parts of the park, including children's play areas, inaccessible to local families. This has deprived residents of a key community space during the summer months.
Many are now calling for more permanent barriers to be installed to prevent future incursions, arguing that temporary measures have proven ineffective. The cycle of occupation and clean-up has become a recurring and costly issue.
The cost of cleaning the park after previous encampments has run into thousands of pounds, funded by taxpayers. Damage to the grass and the litter left behind have been major points of contention for regular park users.
Council and police response underway
Birmingham City Council has confirmed it is aware of the new occupation and has initiated the legal process required to reclaim the land. However, officials have noted that the eviction process, which must move through the courts, can often take several days or even weeks to complete.
In response to community concerns, police patrols in the area have been increased. Officers are providing reassurance to locals and monitoring for any incidents of anti-social behaviour. West Midlands Police are working in conjunction with council bailiffs to seek a peaceful resolution to the latest occupation.
Community leaders are urging the local authority to find a long-term solution that addresses the complex issues surrounding unauthorised encampments, balancing various needs and rights. Until a sustainable strategy is implemented, the pattern of occupation and eviction at this location seems likely to continue.
