Subjects:

Human Rights and Civil Liberties

Contents:

It considers:

* the history of Gypsies and Travellers

* the role of local authorities , the police and other public bodies

* the application of the Human Rights Act

* the legal protection against discrimination provided by Race Relations legislation

* the provision and management of official sites

* evictions from unauthorised encampments

* homelessness legislation as it affects Gypsies and Travellers

* guidance on planning law and setting up a site

* access to education and healthcare The appendices contain a wealth of information including: guidance on judicial review procedure - preparing planning applications and appeals extracts from legislation useful contacts and reference materials

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Bringing together the areas of law affecting the travelling community, this title balances straight-forward, practical advice with comprehensive coverage of the statutes, regulations, guidance, circulars and a rapidly developing body of case-law.