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London Bailiff Services have a wealth of experience and understanding of the legal issues surrounding illegal Traveller encampments, we assist property owners, local authorities, borough councils, managing agents, and private landowners in navigating these situations with prompt professionalism and efficiency.
Under common law, every landowner has the right to use reasonable force to remove trespassers from their property. This authority may be delegated to the landholder’s representative.
Halsbury’s’ Laws of England
Halsbury’s Laws of England (Paragraph 1400, Volume 45, 4th Edition) states that:
“If a trespasser peaceably enters or is on land, the person who is in or entitled to possession may request him to leave, and if he refuses to leave, remove him from the land using no more force than is reasonably necessary.
The team at London Bailiff Services have over 25 years of experience expertise and knowledge required in dealing with these challenges effectively within the legal framework. London Bailiff Services provide tailored trespasser removal solutions across every London Borough, successfully gaining lawful possession within 24 hours of instruction in 99% of our cases.
A personalised approach to each client’s unique needs is always adopted. London bailiff services team will work with you to understand your specific requirements, priorities and objectives. Whether you require legal guidance, post eviction site clearance services or security measures, we have the expertise and resources to deliver a solution that address each situation.
Due diligence and legal compliance are key elements of every eviction carried out by London Bailiff Services. Our team are specifically trained hold qualifications in Eviction Management Techniques.
There be instances where common law does not apply. In these situations London Bailiff Services specialist partnership lawyers will obtain an order for possession and, when necessary, transferring cases to the High Court for a Writ of Possession. Once sealed the writ grants us the authority to evict the occupiers from your property immediately .
London Bailiff Services comprehensive approach to ensure compliance with legal protocols safeguards the rights and interests of our clients. We ensure that our practices adhere to legal requirements and ethical standards and conduct in every aspect of our work.
An unauthorized encampment refers to the situation where individuals set up camp, using caravans, vans, trailers, or other movable accommodations, on land they neither own nor have permission to occupy.
No, in the case of encampments on privately owned land, it is the responsibility of the landowners to determine the appropriate course of action, which may include seeking an eviction order from the County Court if necessary. Typically, the Council does not intervene on behalf of private landowners in such circumstances.
The primary duty of the Police is to maintain peace and prevent crime. Trespassing itself is considered a civil matter, not a criminal offense, and thus the responsibility for preventing it falls on the landowner.
The Police can exercise their authority under section 61 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 to instruct gypsies/travelers to vacate the premises if certain conditions are met. These conditions include evidence of trespassing by two or more individuals, the landowner’s reasonable efforts to remove them, and additional factors such as property damage, threatening behavior, or the presence of six or more vehicles.
When gypsies/travelers occupy council-owned property, the Council can regain possession either through legal means, such as obtaining a County Court Order, or by utilizing powers outlined in the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 to compel them to leave. However, if the encampment is on private land, the responsibility usually falls on the landowner.
No, the Council must first conduct a preliminary welfare assessment of the site, inform relevant agencies, ascertain land ownership, and ensure that its actions are reasonable and proportionate to the situation.
The timeline for eviction varies depending on the specifics of each case. The Council must consider various factors before proceeding with eviction, as outlined earlier.
In most cases, the Council does not directly intervene to evict trespassers from privately owned land. Instead, they provide guidance on available legal options for regaining possession of the land through enforcement agents such as London Bailiff Services If the landowner fails to take action, the Council may consider planning enforcement measures against the landowner. Another reason why swift action is needed when faced with trespasser incursions.
If you’re faced with Traveller encampments on your land and need help assistance with their removal, reach out to London Bailiff Services. Our team is ready to give you guidance, support, and solutions tailored to your individual needs Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can assist you.
Our Trespasser Eviction services include:
Eviction of illegal occupants
Tow trucks
Site cleanup
Fly-tipping removal
Post Eviction Security
Prevention of re-occupation
This is sufficient authority for London Bailiff Services and its Agents to attend, serve notice and evict trespassers, their goods and chattels including vehicles on our land and in doing so, this shall be sufficient indemnification against all actions at law, as well as against all fees, costs, charges or expenses which they may incur or be liable to pay by reason of executing this instruction.
