DOCSLIB.ORG

Community News

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Community News Llynfi Afan Renewable Energy Park Community News Spring/Summer 2016 WELCOME FROM THE TEAM Hello and welcome to the first construction newsletter for the Llynfi Afan Renewable Energy Park. Since you last heard from us we have been working hard with your council to organise the new transport routes for our turbines. Consent was obtained during February 2016 and preparations are now underway for our wind turbine deliveries later this year. LLYNFI AFAN RENEWABLE ENERGY We know it is important to make sure that as local residents, you PARK BEGINS CONSTRUCTION know exactly what is happening, when it is happening and how April 2016 marked the start of construction works for the Llynfi Afan Renewable this may affect you. We will be Energy Park (LAREP), which is located near Croeserw and Blaengwynfi. bringing you updates through The construction stage of the development has now begun. The team are in the our newsletters, website and process of upgrading and creating new onsite access tracks and have started works social media. on the substation. They will soon begin construction of the turbine foundations and crane standing pads, all in preparation for turbine deliveries and the erection of the On behalf of the project team, turbines. Deliveries of the turbines, blades and nacelles are scheduled for delivery I hope you find our updates useful later this year. Our construction timeline can be found overleaf. and informative. It is expected that the first turbine will be erected around November, ready for And don’t forget, if you have any generation in late 2016. questions or want more information, you can get in touch with the team Once constructed, LAREP will be capable of generating the equivalent amount using the contact details on the of energy to meet the annual needs of around 13,1501 homes. back of the newsletter. An operational Community Benefit Fund will also be made available to the communities neighbouring the site along with a separate fund for those on the We look forward to hearing wind turbine delivery routes to help fund local community projects. from you, Residents will be receiving the next community update ahead of the wind Lee Watt turbine deliveries and can find real-time updates via the project website Llynfi Afan REP Project Manager www.llynfiafanrep.com and the twitter feed @llynfiafanREP Os hoffech dderbyn copi o’r cylchlythyr hwn yn Gymraeg, cysylltwch â’n llinell gymorth gymunedol ar 0330 363 6229. 1This is calculated using the most recent statistics from the Department of Energy and Climate Change showing annual UK average domestic household consumption of 4,115kWh and a national onshore load factor of 25.74% www.llynfiafanrep.com PROJECT DETAILS WIND TURBINE COMPONENT DELIVERIES You may recall back in April and May 2015 we held police escorted trial runs of the potential transport routes for the wind turbine components. This allowed all parties to determine the constraints and identify the safest delivery routes and help deliver the project. Which routes were chosen? Following the trial runs, we have identified two routes to take the wind turbine components to site: theNeath Port Talbot Llynfi Afan REP route and the Rhondda Cynon Taf route. We have worked closely with the police and both councils to create a traffic management plan, ensuring that any deliveries of the wind turbine components to the site will cause as little disruption to local communities as possible. Neath Port Talbot The site Neath Port Talbot Route KEY DETAILS This route will see the turbine towers and nacelles transported The route to the site. The vehicles will arrive at the site via the M4, exiting Place names at Junction 40 and will then travel along the A4107 and turn Number of turbines: Cymmer Abergwynfi 12 right into the site. Cynonville Swansea Cwmafan A4107 Llynfi Afan Maesteg Renewable Capacity: Deliveries are expected to take place Monday – Friday 09:00 Energy Park Pontypridd 24MW 40 -15:00 and Saturday 08:00 – 13:00. These deliveries will Port Talbot Caerphilly Equivalent Around 1 be confirmed in due course but is anticipated to start from Contains OS data © Crown copyright Homes Served: 13,150 M4 the 10th October 2016 and last for approximately 6 weeks. Bridgend Specific timings to be confirmed by South Wales Police. Cardiff COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND Rhondda Cynon Taf The site Rhondda Cynon Taf Route This route will see the transportation of the turbine blades to The route Place names the site by exiting the M4 at Junction 34. The loads will travel We are delighted to confirm that as the closest neighbours to the site, the wards of Cymmer, Gwynfi, Blaengarw and along the A4119 towards Tonypandy before turning onto the Treorchy Caerau will be able to apply for the annual Community Benefit Fund, made available by LAREP. A4107 Ton Pentre A4061 B4223 A4058. At Ton Pentre, the route will turn onto Church Street and Swansea Llynfi Afan Tonypandy Porth Maesteg Renewable The fund, worth £96,000 per year (index-linked) for 25 years, will be available for community focused projects then Bailey Street before merging onto the B4223. The route Energy Park Pontypridd A4119 and organisations. will then take the A4061 to Cwm-Parc where the deliveries will Port Talbot Tonyrefail Caerphilly travel along the A4107, before turning inside the forestry and Pontyclun In addition, a one off payment of £450,000 will be made available to the communities along the wind turbine delivery M4 routes. The breakdown is as follows: accessing the site. Bridgend 34 Cardiff ■ £250,000 of this money will be awarded to the ward ■ £200,000 of this money will be awarded to the Deliveries are expected to take place each Sunday between 9am of Pentre with £125,000 guaranteed to improve road wards of Cymmer and Gwynfi with £100,000 of that and 3.30pm from the 10th October arriving via the top section of infrastructure throughout the ward. The remaining guaranteed for the Cymmer swimming pool fund. the A4107 near the Bwlch for approximately 6 weeks. monies will help to fund local projects within the The remaining monies will go towards funding local Pentre ward. projects within the Cymmer and Gwynfi Wards. We are committed to ensuring there is as little disruption to local residents as possible. The above dates are current best estimates and will be confirmed closer to the time. An updated timeline will be published on the project website More information and instructions on how to apply for these funds will be made available in the next newsletter. (www.llynfiafanrep.com) and via the project twitter feed (@llynfiafanREP). If you have any questions regarding the wind turbine deliveries please do not hesitate to get in touch using the details overleaf. CONSTRUCTION The construction of Llynfi Afan Renewable Energy Park can be summarised into the following five phases, each duration of phase overlapping each other: Preparatory work began in April 2016 which involved preparing the site for construction and the associated workforce before starting with construction of the APRIL MAY OCTOBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER new and partial upgrade of the existing access tracks. Once these access tracks have been constructed to a suitable standard, a temporary construction compound 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 will be built before undertaking the full civil engineering (e.g. rest of the tracks, crane hardstandings, foundations, control building) and electrical engineering works. On-site mobilisation of Civil and electrical Wind turbine deliveries – Turbine erection and Reinstatement of the site Once the construction of the access tracks, crane hardstandings and wind contractors infrastructure turbine components commissioning Duration = 2 months turbine foundations have been completed, the wind turbine components will Duration = 1 month construction works Duration = 2 months Duration = 3 months be delivered and erected, commissioned and tested. Duration = 8 months Timings are correct at time of printing but may be subject to change. Dates of the wind turbine component Following construction the site will be reinstated. deliveries will be made to residents in advance of their arrival and may be subject to parking restrictions. ABOUT GAMESA Gamesa is a global technological leader in the wind industry, with a footprint in 55 countries. We became involved in the UK energy industry in 2003. Since then, we have been developing wind farms across the UK, including Llynfi Afan Renewable Energy Park, and currently have around 650MW in development and operation. In addition to developing wind farms, our primary business is the manufacturing of wind turbines for wind farms across the globe. Worldwide, we have 22 years of experience and have installed more than 35,200MW of renewable energy. PROJECT LIAISON GROUP Along with our newsletter and online updates, we have established a Project Liaison Group to share the LAREP updates and information with local stakeholders. This group consists of locally elected councillors of the wards which both neighbour the site and are situated along the wind turbine component delivery routes. It is designed to give your elected representatives an opportunity to: 1. Find out the latest information on construction 2. Raise any questions on your behalf 3. Help shape the Community Benefit Fund If you have any questions or suggestions, we would love to hear them. You can get in touch in two ways: either by contacting your elected ward member who will be able to ask your question / make your suggestion at a PLG meeting, or by contacting the LAREP team on the details below. Any questions that we receive will also be raised at the next PLG meeting. Minutes of each meeting will be made available at www.llynfiafanrep.com CONTACT US There are a number of ways you can get in touch with the Llynfi Afan Renewable Energy Park team who can answer any questions you may have: 0330 363 6229 [email protected] www.llynfiafanrep.com @llynfiafanREP We look forward to hearing from you.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Cymmer & Croeserw
    Community Profile – Cymmer & Croeserw Version 5 – will be updated and reviewed next on 29.05.20 The Villages of Cymmer, Croeserw, Abercregan, Dyffryn Rhondda and Cynonville make up the rural ward of Cymmer. They are situated in the east of the Afan Valley, the villages lying approximately 9 miles from the Towns of Port Talbot and Neath. The area is closer to Maesteg and people often travel there for shopping and services as it is easier to get to than Neath or Port Talbot. The villages are located very close to each other – about three quarters of a mile. The local landscape is wooded hills and some farmland. The area is world Entrance to Croeserw renowned for the excellent mountain bike trails. Aerial view of Cymmer looking up the valley The population is, according to the 2011 Census, 2765. This breaks down as 0 – 17 20.8%, 18 - 64 59.5%, 65 and above 19.7%. 988 working age people are economically inactive, this figure, 47.8% been higher than both the NPT average, (29.4%) and Wales (23.0%). 9.7% of the population holds qualifications of Level 4 and above, with the NPT average been 20.8% and Wales as a whole 29.7%. 36.2% of housing is socially rented which is significantly higher than the welsh average of 16.5%. The majority of NPTCBC run facilities are now run and managed by the community. The local comprehensive school closed in July 2019 this has had a devastating impact on the whole valley. Natural Resources Wales manages the forestry in areas of the ward that houses lots of walking and cycling trails.
    [Show full text]
  • Tai Tarian – Playing Their Part in a Sustainable Future in 2018, Tai Tarian Joined Wales’ Bee Friendly They Helped Them to Design and Create Bug Initiative
    Case Studies Tai Tarian – playing their part in a sustainable future In 2018, Tai Tarian joined Wales’ Bee Friendly They helped them to design and create bug initiative. Tai Tarian is one of the largest hotels, which are located at Baglan. social housing providers in Wales, owning over 9000 properties and managing over Tai Tarian has worked with Buglife Cymru to 450 acres in the Neath Port Talbot County. create wildflower and community woodlands In 2016, with a member of staff fully trained habitats for pollinators along identified to become their resident beekeeper, they ‘B-lines’ (www.buglife.org.uk). They feel installed bee hives at their head office in that the key to success in their projects is Baglan. Following this, they made links with the connections they have made with local local school children and educated them on schools and communities. the importance of bees. Partnership working has given pride and Apprentices employed on their Copper value to the projects, which have enhanced Foundation programme worked with the green spaces and improved biodiversity in children. the Borough. Enhancing our Haven Housing Schemes (independent living for the over 55’s) Initially, Haven Housing tenants were invited to coffee mornings. During these, Clare Dinham (Buglife Cymru) explained the B-Line project and the work required for wildflower planting. The Tai Tarian team encouraged tenants to get involved in whatever way they felt comfortable. This could be helping to prepare ground or sowing seeds. If mobility were an issue, tenants could promote the B-Line projects to friends and families. At several housing schemes, tenants have seen and enjoyed the benefits of wildflower meadows in full bloom.
    [Show full text]
  • Bridgend Local Development Plan
    Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol r gw O r a t n o b - y Bridgend Local Development Plan - n e P BRIDGEND 2006-2021 County Borough Council Background Paper 1: The National, Regional & Local Context March 2011 NB. Print using Docucolor 250PCL Draft Candidate Site Bridgend Local Development Plan 2006 – 2021 Background Paper One The National, Regional and Local Context March 2011 Development Planning Regeneration and Development Communities Directorate Bridgend County Borough Council Angel Street, Bridgend CF31 4WB 1. Introduction 1.1 This Background Paper is the first in a series of documents which has been prepared by Bridgend County Borough Council to provide information and justification to the contents of the deposit Bridgend Local Development Plan (LDP). 1.2 The Pre-Deposit Proposals document, issued for public consultation between February and March 2009 contained information on the national, regional and local context with a review of the existing situation, policies and practice from various public and private organisations which have an impact or implication for the strategic land-use planning system. This review then continued by highlighting the national, regional and local issues which had been identified in that review which would need to be addressed or acknowledged in the deposit LDP. 1.3 This document represents an updated version of chapters 3-5 of the Pre Deposit Proposals. Updates to the document have occurred for the following reasons: Factual updates resulting from changes to policies since the publication of the Pre Deposit Proposals Changes which were recommended or suggested as a result of representations received during the public consultation on the Pre Deposit Proposals As a result of the above, new or revised issues may have arisen which will be required to be addressed 1.4 The Background Paper does not attempt to précis every piece of national, regional and local policy, relevant to Bridgend County Borough.
    [Show full text]
  • 71 Bus Time Schedule & Line Route
    71 bus time schedule & line map 71 Cymmer - Bridgend via Maesteg View In Website Mode The 71 bus line (Cymmer - Bridgend via Maesteg) has 2 routes. For regular weekdays, their operation hours are: (1) Bridgend: 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM (2) Cymmer: 7:25 AM - 5:25 PM Use the Moovit App to ƒnd the closest 71 bus station near you and ƒnd out when is the next 71 bus arriving. Direction: Bridgend 71 bus Time Schedule 62 stops Bridgend Route Timetable: VIEW LINE SCHEDULE Sunday Not Operational Monday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Turning Circle, Cymmer Tuesday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Police Station, Cymmer Wednesday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Swimming Pool, Croeserw Thursday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Brytwn Road, Glyncorrwg Community Friday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Bethania, Cymmer Lloyd's Terrace, Glyncorrwg Community Saturday 7:14 AM - 5:54 PM Coronation Avenue, Croeserw Coronation Avenue, Glyncorrwg Community Eastern Avenue, Croeserw 71 bus Info Direction: Bridgend Sunny Crescent, Croeserw Stops: 62 Trip Duration: 63 min Church Street, Croeserw Line Summary: Turning Circle, Cymmer, Police Church Street, Glyncorrwg Community Station, Cymmer, Swimming Pool, Croeserw, Bethania, Cymmer, Coronation Avenue, Croeserw, Fairƒeld Road, Croeserw Eastern Avenue, Croeserw, Sunny Crescent, Croeserw, Church Street, Croeserw, Fairƒeld Road, Nant-Y-Fedw Road, Croeserw Croeserw, Nant-Y-Fedw Road, Croeserw, Croeserw Brynheulog Road, Glyncorrwg Community Club, Blaencaerau, Ivy House, Caerau, Cornhill, Caerau, Church, Caerau, War Memorial, Caerau, Croeserw Club, Blaencaerau Farm, Caerau, Bedw Street, Dyffryn,
    [Show full text]
  • Glamorgan's Blood
    Glamorgan’s Blood Colliery Records for Family Historians A Guide to Resources held at Glamorgan Archives Front Cover Illustrations: 1. Ned Griffiths of Coegnant Colliery, pictured with daughters, 1947, DNCB/14/4/33/6 2. Mr Lister Warner, Staff Portrait, 8 Feb 1967 DNCB/14/4/158/1/8 3. Men at Merthyr Vale Colliery, 7 Oct 1969, DNCB/14/4/158/2/3 4. Four shaft sinkers in kibble, [1950s-1960s], DNCB/14/4/158/2/4 5. Two Colliers on Surface, [1950s-1960s], DNCB/14/4/158/2/24 Contents Introduction 1 Summary of the collieries for which Glamorgan Archives hold 3 records containing information on individuals List of documents relevant to coalfield family history research 6 held at Glamorgan Archives (arranged by the valley/area) Collieries in Aber Valley 6 Collieries in Afan Valley 6 Collieries in Bridgend 8 Collieries in Caerphilly 9 Collieries in Clydach Vale 9 Collieries in Cynon Valley 10 Collieries in Darren Valley 11 Collieries in Dowlais/Merthyr 13 Collieries in Ebbw Valley 15 Collieries in Ely Valley 17 Collieries in Garw Valley 17 Collieries in Ogmore Valley 19 Collieries in Pontypridd 21 Collieries in Rhondda Fach 22 Collieries in Rhondda Fawr 23 Collieries in Rhondda 28 Collieries in Rhymney Valley 29 Collieries in Sirhowy Valley 32 Other (non-colliery) specific records 33 Additional Sources held at Glamorgan Archives 42 External Resources 43 Introduction At its height in the early 1920s, the coal industry in Glamorgan employed nearly 180,000 people - over one in three of the working male population. Many of those tracing their ancestors in Glamorgan will therefore sooner or later come across family members who were coal miners or colliery surface workers.
    [Show full text]
  • Existing Route Map – Schedule of Routes (Approved February 2018)
    Existing Route Map – Schedule of Routes (Approved February 2018) Route Ref: Type Settlement Destination Statement (where relevant) BLAENGWRACH NPT-BLAE-P002 Pedestrian Blaengwrach Blaengwrach Infants School to High Street via Edwards Street N/A NPT-BLAE-P003 Pedestrian Blaengwrach Blaengwrach Primary School to Residential Area / High Street N/A BRYNAMMAN NPT-LBA-C001 Cycle Lower Brynamman Lower Brynamman to Twyn Via Amman Valley Cycle route N/A CWMAFAN NPT-CWM-C001 Cycle Cwmafan Ty'r-Owen Road (Cwmafan Infants & Junior School) to Cwmafan Road N/A NPT-CWM-C002 Cycle Cwmafan Ty'r-Owen Road (Cwmafan Infants & Junior School) to Tarren Terrace N/A NPT-CWM-P003 Pedestrian Cwmafan Cwmafan Infants & Junior School to Cwmafan Health Centre (Doctors) N/A NPT-CWM-P005 Pedestrian Cwmafan Cwmafan Health Centre (Doctors) to Residential Area via Salem Road N/A CYMMER / CROESERW NPT-CROE-C001 Cycle Croeserw Croeserw to Cymmer N/A Fail with statement – this is a useful route that links Croeserw to Caerau. There are a number NPT-CROE-C002 Cycle Croeserw Croeserw to Caerau via Menai Avenue of minor issues with the route which need to be addressed but in its current form it can be considered suitable for active travel. NPT-CROE-P001 Pedestrian Croeserw Croeserw Industrial estate to Croeserw Primary School N/A NPT-CROE-P002 Pedestrian Croeserw Croeserw Primary School to Residential Area N/A NPT-CYM-C002 Cycle Cymmer Route From Duffryn To Cymer Afan Comprehensive School N/A Fail with statement – this is a useful NCN route that acts as an important link to Cymer Afan Comprehensive School and Croeserw.
    [Show full text]
  • 2. Data and Definitions Report , File Type
    Welsh Government | NDF Regions and Rural Study 2. Data and Definitions Report 264350-00 | ISSUE | 14 March 2019 11 Welsh Government NDF Regions and Rural Areas Study Study Report - Data and Definitions Contents Page 1 Introduction 1 1.1 NDF Context 1 1.2 Purpose of this Study and Reports 4 1.3 Structure of this Report 6 2 Data Collection 7 2.1 Baseline Information 7 2.2 Methodology 8 2.3 Stakeholder Engagement 13 2.4 SWOT and data supporting policy development 32 3 Defining ‘Major’ 36 3.1 Employment Sites 36 3.2 Retail / Commercial Sites 40 3.3 Generating Stations 44 3.4 Transport Schemes 44 4 Defining & Mapping Key Settlements 45 4.1 LDP Spatial Strategies 45 4.2 Population 47 4.3 Proposed Approach 48 5 Defining Rural Areas 51 6 Adjoining English Regions 61 6.1 Priority cross border issues 61 6.2 Key drivers 62 6.3 Key considerations 73 7 The Well-being of Future Generations Act 74 8 Summary 77 8.1 Overview 77 8.2 Outcomes 78 8.3 Definitions 78 8.4 Key Settlements 79 8.5 Rural Areas 80 8.6 Adjoining English Regions 80 8.7 The Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 81 | Issue | 15 March 2019 J:\264000\264350-00\4 INTERNAL PROJECT DATA\4-50 REPORTS\07. STUDY REPORT\ISSUE DATA DEFINITIONS REPORT.DOCX Welsh Government NDF Regions and Rural Areas Study Study Report - Data and Definitions Appendices Appendix A LPA Information Request Appendix B Data Tables & Map Outputs | Issue | 15 March 2019 J:\264000\264350-00\4 INTERNAL PROJECT DATA\4-50 REPORTS\07.
    [Show full text]
  • 70 Bus Time Schedule & Line Route
    70 bus time schedule & line map 70 Cymmer - Bridgend via Caerau, Maesteg, Garth, View In Website Mode Llangynwyd & Aberkenƒg The 70 bus line (Cymmer - Bridgend via Caerau, Maesteg, Garth, Llangynwyd & Aberkenƒg) has 4 routes. For regular weekdays, their operation hours are: (1) Bridgend: 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM (2) Cymmer: 8:20 AM - 5:20 PM (3) Maesteg: 5:50 PM - 6:50 PM (4) Maesteg: 6:20 PM Use the Moovit App to ƒnd the closest 70 bus station near you and ƒnd out when is the next 70 bus arriving. Direction: Bridgend 70 bus Time Schedule 60 stops Bridgend Route Timetable: VIEW LINE SCHEDULE Sunday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Turning Circle, Cymmer Tuesday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Police Station, Cymmer Wednesday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Swimming Pool, Croeserw Thursday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Brytwn Road, Glyncorrwg Community Friday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Bethania, Cymmer Lloyd's Terrace, Glyncorrwg Community Saturday 7:20 AM - 5:50 PM Coronation Avenue, Croeserw Coronation Avenue, Glyncorrwg Community Eastern Avenue, Croeserw 70 bus Info Direction: Bridgend Sunny Crescent, Croeserw Stops: 60 Trip Duration: 54 min Church Street, Croeserw Line Summary: Turning Circle, Cymmer, Police Church Street, Glyncorrwg Community Station, Cymmer, Swimming Pool, Croeserw, Bethania, Cymmer, Coronation Avenue, Croeserw, Fairƒeld Road, Croeserw Eastern Avenue, Croeserw, Sunny Crescent, Croeserw, Church Street, Croeserw, Fairƒeld Road, Nant-Y-Fedw Road, Croeserw Croeserw, Nant-Y-Fedw Road, Croeserw, Croeserw Brynheulog Road, Glyncorrwg Community Club, Blaencaerau, Ivy
    [Show full text]
  • 5. Landscape and Visual Executive Summary
    Chapter 5 Upper Ogmore Wind Farm & Energy Storage Facility Landscape and Visual Environmental Statement 5. Landscape and Visual Executive Summary 5.1 The landscape and visual impact assessment considers the effects of the Proposed Development on landscape character and visual amenity within a study area up to 15 km from the site. The assessment has been undertaken in accordance with all relevant published guidance on the topic, and has involved desk-based and field- based assessments. The approach and scope of the assessment was agreed through scoping and through consultation with local planning authorities. 5.2 The baseline for the assessment includes landscape and visual receptors. The landscape of the site and study area is described through observations made in the field, and drawing on published landscape character assessments and the LANDMAP database. Visual receptors include people in settlements, using the local area for recreation, and travelling through the area on roads. Representative viewpoints have been selected to assess the range of visual receptors, and these viewpoints were agreed through consultation. 5.3 The assessment of effects considers the embedded mitigation achieved through the design process, as set out in Chapter 2 Design Evolution. 5.4 Localised significant landscape effects are predicted during the construction stage, affecting the site itself and the local area of the Mynydd Llangeinwyr Uplands LCA. Due to local topography, construction works will not be widely visible from adjacent valley landscapes. 5.5 During operation, the introduction of seven large turbines alongside access tracks, substation, control building and the Energy Storage Facility (ESF), will give rise to a major (significant) effect on the landscape of the site and the surrounding Mynydd Llangeinwyr Uplands LCA.
    [Show full text]
  • County Borough of Neath Port Talbot
    August 2020 Summary Full report and maps: https://ldbc.gov.wales/ @LDBCW This document is available in Welsh County Borough of Neath Port Talbot Summary of Final Recommendations Who we are : The Local Democracy and Boundary Commission for Wales is an independent Welsh Government Sponsored Body. It was established under the Local Democracy (Wales) Act 2013 with the main purpose of publishing a programme of work which keeps under review the electoral arrangements for the 22 principal councils. The Commission makes electoral review recommendations, which it feels are in the interest of effective and convenient local government. This review has been conducted as a result of the former Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government’s Written Statement of 23 June 2016 as part of an all Wales review programme for the 2022 local government elections. © Crown copyright and database rights [2020] OS [100047875] Summary of our Recommendations: The Commission recommends a council of 60 members, a reduction from the present 64 members. The Commission recommends a change to the arrangement of electoral wards that will achieve a marked improvement in the level of electoral parity across the County Borough of Neath Port Talbot . The Commission recommends 34 electoral wards, a reduction from 42 existing wards. The largest under-representation will be in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West electoral ward at 25% above the recommended county average. The largest over-representation will be in the Cadoxton and Coedffranc West electoral wards at 24% below the recommended county average. The Commission is recommending 20 multi-member wards in the County Borough consisting of 14 two -member electoral wards and six three-member electoral wards.
    [Show full text]
  • Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD) 2019: Results Report
    Welsh Index of Multiple Deprivation (WIMD) 2019 Results report Contact Nia Jones Social Justice Statistics Knowledge and Analytical Services Welsh Government Cathays Park Cardiff CF10 3NQ Tel: 0300 025 4088 Email: [email protected] SFR117/2019 © Crown copyright 2019 All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except where otherwise stated. Mae’r ddogfen yma hefyd ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh Table of Contents 1. What is WIMD? ............................................................................................................. 2 2 WIMD 2019 Overall Index ............................................................................................. 7 3. Income Domain .......................................................................................................... 30 4. Employment Domain .................................................................................................. 39 5. Health Domain ............................................................................................................ 48 6. Education Domain ...................................................................................................... 57 7. Access to Services Domain ........................................................................................ 65 8. Housing Domain ......................................................................................................... 75 9. Community Safety Domain ........................................................................................
    [Show full text]
  • 10. February 2018
    MAESTEG TOWN COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING Minutes of a meeting of the Council held at the Council Chamber, Council Offices, Talbot Street, Maesteg, on Tuesday, 6th February 2018. PRESENT: COUNCILLORS: I A Williams (Mayor) P W Jenkins, L Beedle, D K Edwards, P White, R Penhale-Thomas, D L Evans, R Collins, L Thomas, C Reeves, P Davies, A R Davies, A James and R L Lewis. APOLOGIES for absence received from Councillors G Bevan, W May and S B. Smith. Members agreed to grant dispensation for six months to Councillor G Bevan due to continuing health problems. DECLARATION OF INTEREST: Cllrs D K Edwards, R Penhale-Thomas, P White, P Davies and R Collins declared an interest in items relating to Bridgend County Borough Council, including Development Control and Licensing. His Worship the Mayor, Cllr I A Williams, declared an interest in items relating to Llangynwyd Middle Community Council. The Clerk made the Council’s Register of Interest available for Members to update. 319 POLICE MATTERS The Mayor welcomed to the meeting PCSO’s Kelly Haslam and Callum Wadham. Crime Figures Crime statistics were presented to the Members for the month of January 2018, comparing them to the crimes committed in the various categories for December 2017. - 1 - Maesteg Crime Statistics for January 2018 Caerau / Maesteg Maesteg Llan Total in Nanty East West category Robbery 0 0 0 0 0 Dwelling burglary 2 0 2 0 4 Burglary other 1 0 1 0 2 Theft of vehicle 0 0 0 1 1 Theft from vehicle 0 0 1 0 1 All other theft 4 1 1 1 7 7 5 5 0 17 Damage Assault with injury 9 3 4 0 16 All crime
    [Show full text]