LIVE: Incident at Cottingley Springs as police attend 'dispute over broken toilet' at travellers' site

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Police are currently attending an incident at Cottingley Springs on Gelderd Road, near Gildersome. Around nine police vehicles are at the site, which is currently inhabited by travellers. A reporter is heading to the scene. West Yorkshire Police have been contacted for more information. Please refresh for the latest updates on this story.

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Police at Cottingley Springs on Gelderd Road
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