The battle for Sheringham bus shelter: protesters defiant as bailiffs sent in
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Protesters in Sheringham, England are occupying a 1950s bus shelter to prevent its demolition by Norfolk County Council, who cite accessibility and safety concerns. The sit-in began on December 1st after the council announced plans to replace the structure. Bailiffs arrived early Monday morning to evict the protesters, leading to a standoff. Protesters, supported by a local councillor and the Liberal Democrat MP, argue the shelter is an important part of Sheringham's heritage and that the demolition is illegal. The MP has raised concerns about the "intimidating" behavior of the enforcement officers, and a meeting is scheduled to discuss the shelter's future. The protesters are maintaining a constant presence at the shelter.
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