A TRAVELLERS' encampment has been set up at a supermarket car park in Rhyl.

Residents reported seeing the encampment the Morrisons car park on Marsh Road as early as this morning (July 22).

The council said it was aware of Travellers setting up at the site.

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The local authority also confirmed it was in communication with the supermarket chain.

A spokesperson for Denbighshire County Council said: “We did receive notification of Travellers setting up at Morrisons Rhyl and are monitoring the situation in conjunction with the store management.

"The Council’s response is informed by legislation and government guidance on unauthorised Gypsy, Roma and Traveller encampments.”

Morrisons was approached for comment.