Abandoned caravan cleared on busy A6097

Rushcliffe Borough Council removes an old abandoned caravan from the A6097 in East Bridgford with support from police and a contractor.

Council removes abandoned caravan from Rushcliffe village

Rushcliffe Borough Council's Community Safety Team removed an old and damaged caravan from the A6097 in East Bridgford earlier this week. Officers identified the vehicle as abandoned and worked with Via East Midlands and Nottinghamshire Police to temporarily close a lane and lift the caravan from the parking bay area for disposal. A local scrap metal recycling company collected the vehicle to be properly recycled.

Abandoning a vehicle is an offence. The council can remove abandoned vehicles from public highways for disposal or storage, and offenders may face a fixed penalty or fine. Anyone looking to scrap and dispose of a vehicle should contact a trusted vehicle recycler.

RBC says the operation demonstrates their commitment to keeping roads safe and the environment protected, and residents are urged to report any abandoned vehicles using the online form on the council’s website.

The incident shows how small hazards on busy roads require cross‑agency coordination. Quick action reduces the risk to drivers and may improve public confidence in local services. It also highlights the practical limits of safety work, from lane management to disposal logistics, all of which depend on available resources and effective reporting.

At a broader level, the case raises questions about funding for enforcement and the visibility of reporting channels. Clear guidance on how to report issues can shorten response times and limit future hazards, making road safety a tangible service rather than a distant promise.

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