1. Norfolk Protocol for the Consideration of Unauthorised Encampments
Jon Blunkell
Gypsy and Traveller Liaison Officer
Norfolk Council

2. What is the ‘Protocol’? Formalised in 2001 by Norfolk GTLG
Twofold purpose:
To reduce the systematic moving on of encampments
To establish 20 short stay stopping sites
A two-edged sword:
Provides toleration where moving on is not proportionate
Evidences a thorough process when possession of land is necessary

3. Key Agencies County and district councils Police Traveller education
Health service
Elected members
Gypsy and Traveller representatives

4. A Case Study

5. New Developments Latest Revision: Introduces ‘interest based’ approach
Promotes ‘rolling’ toleration
Ties action to local identified need
Balances human rights of settled and travelling communities
Explores outcomes of forced moves
Sets formal terms of toleration

6. Making it work Identify key partners Don’t reinvent the wheel Consult
Let it ‘evolve’

7. Your response and questions
Are you signed up to a multi-agency protocol or process for dealing with unauthorised encampment?
Would this kind approach work for your local area?