In March 2013 Leeds Gypsy and Traveller Exchange (leeds GATE) and the Irish Traveller movement in Britain (ITMB) organised roundtable discussions in Leeds and London to address widespread concerns regarding the introduction of Universal Credits (UC) and its impact on Gypsies and Travellers. The events were attended by approximately 40 people, inlcuding community members and [...]
New report published on the impact of universal credit and welfare reforms on the Gypsy and Traveller communities
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Submission by the Irish Traveller Movement in Britain to the Society of Editor’s Code Committee consultation
“They (the press) say “Gypsies” and “Travellers” when they are speaking about a single Gypsy or Traveller. If a single Traveller breaks the law they write about it and say “Travellers” – meaning all Travellers. I mix with people from the settled community at all levels. When a big story about a Traveller doing wrong [...]
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The new look ‘Wheels in Motion’ ITMB newsletter is here
We are delighted to welcome you all to our first newsletter of 2013, which as you can see has got a bit of a makeover from our traditional style. We hope you like the changes. Read the full newsletter here
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Submission to the Department for Education consultation on improving educational outcomes for children of Travelling families
The Irish Traveller movement in Britain does not agree with the Department for Education (DE) proposal to repeal section 444 of the Education Act 1996 for the following reasons: Not based on robust evidence Does not address the wider issues impacting on poor attendance and achievement Would have disproportionate impact on sections of the Gypsy [...]
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Basildon Council support ITMB’s plan for a new Traveller site near Dale Farm
The Irish Traveller Movement in Britain has taken a significant step towards creating a new Traveller site in Basildon, with the Council deciding to lease the land to ITMB’s partners, Home Space Sustainable Accommodation (HSSA). This is an important development in plans to build the new Traveller site at Gardiners Way and address the serious [...]
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This website tells the largely untold story of Irish Travellers in Britain. It reveals some of the challenges that the Irish Traveller community has experienced but also celebrates the unique culture and traditions of Irish Travellers.
