Peter Garstin wrote:...modern day travellers are the spiritual descendants of the Irish tinkers of the 19th century...
That's the myth that many perpetuate Peter. The reality is that many lead a life of crime and refuse to contribute to our society in a meaningful manner, yet will claim "human rights" infringements if pursued legally.
They're still there by the way, 5 days and counting now. DDC representatives on this forum are conspicuous by their absence I see - maybe Mr Watkins would like to remove himself from his ivory tower and take a trip into the district he is elected to represent? Then again, maybe DDC have fallen for the
"tarmac your drive guv'nor"...
And don't worry about them reading this Watty, I doubt any of them can...