Police have blocked off the road leading up to Carlton man Tom Crawford’s house – following reports that bailiffs were once again at the property.

It marks the lastest chapter in Mr Crawford’s long-running battle with the Bradford and Bingley bank over his mortgage and repossession of his home.

Around 50 supporters initially turned out in support of Mr Crawford, and more followed shortly afterwards.

One told the Post they had heard bailiffs were at Mr Crawford’s home and had come to support him.