The Countywide Traveller Unit (CTU) deals with unauthorised encampments and Traveller related issues.
To provide for Travellers and settled communities across the County a multi-agency approach to support and enforcement, that fosters good relations, and in which the rights and responsibilities of all communities are respected.
The Countywide Traveller Unit will:
- Provide information and advice on all Traveller matters.
- Deal with unauthorised encampments either directly or in liaison with private landowners.
- Work with Travellers and the settled community to reduce problems and improve relationships.
- Work with Travellers and other agencies to tackle anti-social and unacceptable behaviour.
- Try to increase the number of legitimate, acceptable places for Travellers to stay.
- Help travellers with access to education, health and social care services and accommodation.
The Unit works together to deal with Traveller matters on behalf of all the councils in Northamptonshire (except East Northamptonshire Council). The Unit has widespread support from partners within the county.
These are:
- Corby Borough Council
- Daventry District Council
- Kettering Borough Council
- Northampton Borough Council
- Northamptonshire Police
- Northamptonshire NHS Provider Services
- Northamptonshire County Council
- South Northamptonshire District Council
- The Police Authority
- Borough Council of Wellingborough
- Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce
The Gypsy and Traveller Policy document below provides information and guidance to ensure all policies and working practices are consistent with Government guidance and comply with specified legislation and Human Rights.