Derbyshire Gypsy Liaison Group provides valuable assistance and information to the Gypsy community in and around Derbyshire. DGLG also has close relationships with local authorities and services to aid managing Gypsy culture with knowledge and respect. DGLG work is not exclusively in Derbyshire.
DGLG activities include:
- Seeking and securing authorised stopping places and planning permission
- Advising local authorities on site matters
- Health care education and guidance
- Supporting children in school and education
- Publishing and assisting in the development of books and guides
- Welfare aid and housing guidance
- Exhibitions, research, cultural history
- Training for statutory bodies including the Police, Healthcare and Social Services
- Host agency to The National Federation of Gypsy Liaison Groups
- Input into CRE scrutiny report
- Consultation with the stakeholder Communities and Local Government group
- We have a member on the Gypsy and Traveller Unit Task Force for site provision
