Travellers have pitched up in Dreamland car park.

It is believed four caravans arrived in Margate about 10 days ago - and were joined by two more earlier this week.

It comes after Thanet District Council ceased evictions of unauthorised encampments during the coronavirus pandemic due to welfare and safety concerns.

A spokesperson for the local authority said two portaloos have been installed at the location.

"Officers from our community safety team have been monitoring the encampment on a regular basis and will conduct any required checks as necessary," they said.

"Information about the coronavirus and what to do in the event that a member of the group is showing symptoms has been provided to the encampment."

Last week Canterbury City Council announced it had softened its policy on illegal traveller camps due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Travellers will no longer be evicted from unauthorised encampments on the authority's land - as long as they adhere to a strict set of rules.

They include not going to the toilet in the open, burning rubbish or driving on footpaths.

The council's decision comes as local authorities have been asked to allow travelling families to stay on suitable sites.

It is believed this will allow them to access healthcare and reduce the potential spread of the virus.

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