Residents of Lynton Close, an authorized site for Irish Travellers in north London, have received eviction notices from Brent Council due to overcrowding and associated safety risks. The council claims the close proximity of mobile homes presents a significant fire hazard. However, many residents find the alternatives offered, such as temporary bricks-and-mortar accommodation, culturally inappropriate. Community elder Bernie Corcoran stated that residents are prepared to resist evictions, emphasizing their long-standing ties to the site, which has seen significant population growth over the years.
Overcrowding in the authorised site at Lynton Close has led Brent Council to send eviction notices, citing fire risks and safety concerns for residents.
Local residents, while acknowledging the risks, criticize the council's offered relocation to bricks-and-mortar accommodations as 'culturally inappropriate,' reflecting deep community ties.
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