‘Like a bomb had gone off’: suspected arson attack fuels Glastonbury unease
Summary
A fire, believed to be a deliberate attack, damaged several caravans where people live in Glastonbury, Somerset. This incident has caused worry among residents as more people are living in vans and caravans due to housing shortages.Key Facts
- The fire happened on a Saturday night and damaged multiple caravans near Glastonbury.
- No one was injured because the caravans were empty during the fire.
- Two people have been arrested on suspicion of setting the fire and related charges but were released on bail.
- People have been living in caravans in Glastonbury for many years, but tensions have increased recently.
- A shortage of affordable housing and rising rents in Somerset has forced more people to live in vehicles.
- The number of vans and caravans used as homes rose from 131 in February to 157 in May.
- Some local residents are unsupportive, blaming the caravan dwellers for problems.
- Local politicians are discussing the housing crisis and the need for urgent action in the area.
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