A quiet seaside town has been left reeling after a group of travellers departed, leaving behind a trail of filth and debris. Residents are outraged as piles of rubbish, including used nappies, broken glass, and discarded furniture, now litter the area.
Locals claim the mess was left behind by the travellers, who had set up camp in the town for several days. The waste has not only become an eyesore but also poses a health hazard, particularly to children and pets.
Community Backlash
Angry residents have taken to social media to voice their frustration, with many calling for stricter enforcement of anti-littering laws. One local described the scene as "disgusting," while another demanded immediate action from the council.
"It’s unacceptable that our beautiful town has been turned into a dumping ground," said a long-time resident. "We pay our taxes to keep this place clean, and now we’re left to deal with someone else’s mess."
Council Response
The local council has acknowledged the issue and assured residents that cleanup efforts are underway. However, critics argue that more should be done to prevent such incidents in the future.
"We need better monitoring and quicker responses to illegal encampments," said a council spokesperson. "Our priority is restoring the area to its original state and ensuring this doesn’t happen again."
Meanwhile, the debate over traveller rights versus community protection continues to divide opinions, with no easy solution in sight.
