James Douglas. Photograph: Dave MeehanOn February 11th he returned to find a notice from the council taped to his door, telling him the caravan was “an obstruction” and giving him 24 hours’ notice to remove it “to at least a distance of one mile” from its current position. The council would remove it if Mr Douglas did not comply, it says.“I’m waiting for the council to come and take this one now. I’m an emotional wreck,” he says becoming upset.
As a recovering alcoholic, he says he cannot go into a homeless hostel, where drugs may be used. In addition he had a stroke last year and fears his “heavy medication” could be stolen.of People Before Profit said Mr Douglas “should not be made homeless” until “somewhere else that meets his needs” is found.
Mr Douglas said he he needed to stay in the area. “If I don’t take the kids after school their mother will have to give up work. Their after-school clubs are here.” A neighbour, who gave his name as Gary, described the council’s threat to seize the van as a “disgrace”. “He’s a good friend,” he added. “He isn’t doing anyone any harm here.”She added: “Every effort is made to source emergency accommodation for any person who requires it. In addition the council provides a place-finder’s service to assist people ... to exit homelessness.”
Poor man it’s a shame none of his friends can let him park it on their property maybe some kind business owner would allow him to park up on their premises in return for some night watchman work
That’s awful! They took his shelter and what little he had including sentimental items. 😢
Sometimes one needs to turn a blind eye to the rules for the sake of humanity.
What is this madness.
This guy and his kids need a break and I really hope they get it
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