Carnivals, art exhibitions and summer fairs – its been a busy month for Llandrindod Wells Mayor

The beginning of the summer has been very busy for Llandrindod Wells' Mayor with all types of events to attend.

At a recent meeting, Councillor Steve Deeks-D'Silva reported on his activities over recent weeks.

At the Welsh 2 Day Enduro he had pleasure of starting of the races in Lake Park and handed over the starting flag to the children who won the art competitions. He was unable to attend the presentation evening, however, Cllr Nicholls, Deputy Mayor attended on his behalf.

The Mayor and Mayoress attended the Bracken Trust Summer Fair and presented a cheque in support of the Trust.

Councillor Deeks-D'Silva was accompanied by the Mayor’s Cadet, Sgt Ellis Yeo at Kington Armed Forces Day and they met the Lord Lieutenant and the High Sheriff of Hereford.

The Mayor officially launched the new defibrillator on the new estate at Maes y Nant, which was jointly funded by the Town Council and Hale Housing.

The month also included Councillor Deeks-D'Silva accompanying the local Police and Community Support Officers on a patrol through the town meeting with residents and visitors.

The Mayor and Mayoress attended the Here Be Dragons Art Exhibition in the Celf Gallery, he commented on the wonderful art and said it was well worth seeing. The event was sponsored by the Town Council.

The Mayor and Mayoress had a wonderful day at Llandrindod Wells Carnival and were delighted to see everyone enjoying themselves and the community spirit.

Two weeks later they were pleased to be part of the judging panel for Rhayader Carnival which had a wonderful turnout.

Councillor Deeks'D'Silva has started meeting with three Members of the Senedd to show them around Llandrindod Wells and promote the area.

He welcomed Plaid Cymru member Rebeca Phillips AM/MS to Llandrindod Wells earlier this week.

They had a whistle stop tour of Llandrindod Wells including visits to the new Skate Park, Lake, Rock Park, and Middleton Street.

They discussed cross- border health care, closing of hospital beds - the Mayor suggested that Llandrindod Hospital should be a strong contender to be one of PlaidCymru's 10 Surgical/Diagnostic Hubs.

They talked about child poverty, lack of small industrial units, empty buildings and shops, business rates, tribalism in politics, climate change, the Tour de France, and the need for investment in Llandrindod Wells and Powys.

Also discussed were schools, keeping young people in Wales, and other relevant points.

The Mayor also visited the high school council to discuss plans to set up a wouth council and met with the three County Councillors for Llandrindod Wells and the Football Club to discuss a new pitch.

Finally the Mayor and Mayoress visited Katie Davies who has been chosen to represent Wales in Swimming at the Special Olympics in August. He presented her with a cheque in support of her trip.