Blogger’s Note: In a move so fast that it would make Mussolini, Franco, or even Hitler blush with envy, the far-right – Restore UK Party (the fascistic after-birth of Reform UK) – swiftly moved to purge the streets of caravans used by homeless people due to Great Yarmouth Council refusing to relocate these families and individuals in social housing. Why is there a lack of Council Housing? The reason is two-fold following the steady but relentless selling-off of all Council Housing stock into private ownership since 1979 – and the requirement (by Human Rights legislation) to house recently arriving migrants (illegal and legal) before established British people. Indeed, it is this latter policy which has led to a substantial working-class vote deserting the left and falling-in behind the more right-wing and far-right parties (the far-left is dead in the water in this respect – a victim of its own cyclic ideology). Although the Greens did well in the Norwich area in general – with Reform UK coming second – it was in Great Yrmouth that Restore UK won all nine available seats being contested (Robert Lowe was thrown-out of Reform UK for being “too far-right”). As Restore UK also won a seat on Norwich Council – as a party it won all nine-seats it was contesting. The far-right is a one-trick pony in that its policies are fuelled by short-term “hate” and only really work in knee-jerk reactions to perceived threats. As the supporters of the far-right are fickle – what seems like a problem today – might not be viewed as a problem tomorrow. This is why moving quick is important for the fascists and you move quicker than just seven-days after taking-power. ACW (14.5.2026)
Vans and caravans cleared from roads in Great Yarmouth
Nearly 20 abandoned caravans and vans have been cleared from roads in Great Yarmouth.
The removals, carried out by Great Yarmouth Borough Council, follow the authority’s newly assigned responsibility for tackling illegal highway encampments across the area.
It comes amid growing complaints about caravans and vans being left on public roads or used as long-term residences.
At its peak, the council recorded reports of up to 35 such vehicles across multiple locations.
Paul Wells, the council’s portfolio holder for environment and sustainability, licensing and waste, said: “We know how frustrated residents have been when they see abandoned vehicles or people living in vans on residential streets.
“There are no waste, utilities or other facilities for people living in such circumstances and these are wholly inappropriate places for vehicles to be parked up permanently.
“Other vehicles are dumped and become a target for vandalism and crime.”
Supported by outreach and enforcement staff, the council team has been offering advice and support to those living in the vehicles.
Five people have since been found long-term accommodation and a total of 19 caravans and vans have been permanently removed to prevent further unauthorised use.
Kitchener Road was identified as a particular hotspot but has now been cleared and the council is now focusing efforts on Wellesley Road, Bloomfield Road and South Beach Parade.
Mr Wells added: “Since the council recently took on responsibility from Norfolk County Council for dealing with illegal highway encampments in the borough, our teams have been working closely with individuals to offer advice and the right help.
“This is a sight becoming increasingly common across the UK and we are making a difference locally to clear up our streets, while at the same time providing all the support we can for people who might need assistance.”
SANGHA KOMMUNE (SSR) 