A group of travellers set up camp in Sutton Common Park today.

The council is currently working to ensure they are moved on as quickly as possible.

It is thought they moved from Morden this morning.

Councillor Jill Whitehead, chair of the environment and neighbourhood committee said: "We understand how frustrating these incidents can be for residents, which is why we always make full use of our powers to remove illegally camped groups.

“The council is required to make provision and respond to the needs of the travelling community but we recognise that some traveller activities can cause concern to local residents.

“Officers will offer advice to landowners where needed, and the local police offer crime prevention advice which would include making premises less susceptible."