Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Framework and Action Plan
Brent Council's Cabinet is exploring 'negotiated stopping' for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
Brent Council's Cabinet approved amendments to its Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Framework and Action Plan in October 2026. This decision removed the council's previous stance against 'negotiated stopping' and committed to exploring this approach. The amendments involve removing Appendix B, which detailed the former approach to unauthorised encampments, and introducing a new commitment to investigate negotiated stopping methods for nomadic households.
The framework addresses the needs and issues of the Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities within the borough. Councillor Robert Johnson, Cabinet Member for Housing, Homelessness and Renters, explained that the amendments reflect a willingness to adapt the framework, which was approved by Brent Council's Cabinet in October 2026.
Key facts
- Brent Council's Cabinet approved amendments to the framework in October 2026. Source
- The amendments removed a previous stance against 'negotiated stopping'. Source
- The council committed to explore 'negotiated stopping' methods for nomadic households. Source
- Appendix B, detailing the former approach to unauthorised encampments, was removed. Source
- Councillor Robert Johnson explained the amendments. Source
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