Travellers Camp at Ancient Site Sparks Outrage

0:00A group of travelers smashed their offence at Hewley Hill in Newbridge near Edinburgh Airport setting up camp with 15 to 20 caravans on this ancient stone circle site. The spot dates back to around 2,500 BC and holds major historical value for Scotland. This isn't the first time it's happened. It's a repeat issue, especially around Easter, with past groups leaving trash, fridges, and worse, forcing. Locals in the council to clean up the mess. Locals are straight up furious, calling it deja vu after last year's long occupation turned their favorite dog walking area into a no-go zone, complete with threats to residents. The community even got concrete barriers donated and installed to block access, but the group found a weak spot and broke in anyway. Now the Newbridge and Rathos Station Community Association is demanding the council act fast, evict the camp, secure the site fully, and stop anymore. Damage near the can. Officials say they're aware and working with police Scotland, but bureaucracy around protected groups means evictions aren't simple. Courts might even.

1:07Blocked them without welfare checks. As the standoff drags on, folks are watching closely, hoping authorities finally protect his piece of ancient heritage before history repeats itself. With more delays and debris, Edinburgh news today, powered by AI, bringing you what matters. I'm Cory with the story.