🚨 Exciting News for Neath Port Talbot! 🚧
Hey everyone! Big news in our community: A whopping £3.6 million in funding has been secured to ensure the safety of coal tips in our area. With Neath Port Talbot boasting the highest number of disused coal tips in Wales, this is a vital step forward for our safety.
This significant funding, part of a larger £80 million initiative from the Welsh Government, will help monitor over 620 former coal tip sites in our county. Expect a dedicated team to dive into inspections and roll out essential mitigation works to keep potential hazards at bay.
Locations like Godre’r Graig Higher Level and Pentwyn, as well as Tirbach and Pen Rhiw Collieries, will be among the first to benefit. Prioritising based on risk, the work aims to reassure our communities that safety is paramount.
Councillor Steve Hunt shared, “This funding shows our commitment to proactively addressing the challenges of our mining legacy.” Deputy leader Alun Llewelyn added, “Securing this funding is crucial for monitoring and ensuring the safety of residents.”
This initiative is a testament to the ongoing efforts to safeguard our valleys and communities, bringing peace of mind to many living with the legacy of coal mining. 💪
Stay tuned for updates as these essential projects unfold! 🌟 #CommunitySafety #NeathPortTalbot #CoalTipSafety