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Squatters Cleared From High Street by Court Order

Squatters occupying two buildings on High Street have finally been ousted by court order.  Police secured a closure order for the former I Candy Beauty and Boutique at 45 High Street, which had been occupied since May 15, from Bristol Magistrates Court this morning, June 3, making it a criminal offence for the squatters to enter the premises. The risk of arrest and even imprisonment … Continue reading Squatters Cleared From High Street by Court Order

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Plans for Community Space Scuppered by Squat Eviction

The squatting collective known as the PigeonshitCollective are being evicted from the disused bank on Gloucester Road where they have been working to establish a community centre. Bailiffs, supported by police, arrived early morning on Wednesday 10th to begin the eviction. As they closed in on the building, one occupant addressed onlookers ‘this is what you get when you try to take something back. We … Continue reading Plans for Community Space Scuppered by Squat Eviction

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