Social Developments: Developments for Gypsies Flashcards
Which culture were Gypsies wrapped up in in the late 1980s?
Rave culture
Why were Gypsies wrapped up in Rave culture in the late 1980s?
Because Gypsy behaviour was similar to Rave culture behaviour
What did it mean if Gypsies were seen by the media to have similar characteristics to rave culture?
The media would oppose them
Which act removed the ability for local councils to set up authorised gypsy caravan sites?
The 1994 Criminal Justice Act
What did one minister say about gypsy caravan sites?
They were a drain on taxpayer money
What did the 1994 Criminal Justice Act do to unauthorised caravan sites?
Increased restrictions on them
How many negative responses from organisations did the government get over gypsy legislation?
1000 negative responses
From 1994, how many vehicles travelling in a group was considered a criminal offence?
6 vehicles or more
What did some Gypsies try to do after the abolishing of authorised caravan sites?
Get planning permission for their own sites
What was the case for Gypsy planning permission inquiries?
90% of inquiries were rejected
Which organisation was formed for Gypsies?
Friends, Families and Travellers
What did Friends, Families and Travellers offer Gypsies?
Support on how to deal with the new legislation
Which university helped Gypsies?
Cardiff University
How did Cardiff University help Gypsies?
Offered them a telephone service for legal advice
Which decade in Modern British History was there some Gypsy progress?
The 1960s
