Blackpool Police issue statement after travellers set up on Bispham Playing Fields

Police in Blackpool have issued an update after travellers set up home on Bispham Playing Fields.

A police spokesman said: “We would like to update you regarding the travellers who had pitched up on Bispham Gala Field.

“The council, along with ourselves, issued paperwork to them today and they have now left the area.

“We are aware there is some rubbish that has been left and this is going to be cleaned up as soon as possible by our partners at the council.

“Thank you for your patience whilst we followed the correct legal procedures in this matter.”