#capitalreports Beggars are travelling into Nottingham from as far away as Scotland to make money

Police have told Capital beggars are travelling hundreds of miles into Nottingham and earning up to a thousand pound a week getting money on the streets. Last month 53 people were found begging in the city, one was sent to prison and another was find £400 pounds. Nottinghamshire Police say the best way to support homeless people is to donate directly to charities like Framework. Inspector Paul Gummer has been speaking to Capital about the issue.