28 left without school place at Glan Llyn Primary School
Glan Llyn Primary School's shortage of places was discussed at the Llanwern Community Council's annual general meeting.
The meeting took place on May 27 at Llanwern Village Hall.
Councillors George, Brown, Clemo, Collingbourne, Davies and Grant were in attendance, with apologies from Councillor Jones and Ward Councillor Kellaway.
The issue of the school's capacity was highlighted alongside various ongoing large-scale planning applications within the Glan Llyn and Llanwern regeneration schemes.
These applications, which are in different stages of approval, involve the development of residential units, a primary school, local retail and commercial units, and green infrastructure.
The meeting also saw the re-election of Councillor George as Chair of the Council and Councillor Davies as Vice Chair.
The council's internal audit for the financial year 2024/25 was successfully completed, with financial matters including routine payments, a £200 Chair's purse for the year, and the receipt of a £19,946 precept from Newport City Council confirmed.
The council also addressed community safety and infrastructure issues, continuing their collaboration with Redrow on drainage and road improvements along Station Road.
There were also concerns raised by residents of Glan Llyn about traffic safety.
The council is exploring alternative measures, including radar speed signage and potential road safety enhancements, subject to regulatory approvals.
Further planning is underway to develop the Village Hall car park, which now requires a Green Infrastructure Statement in line with revised Welsh planning guidance.
The council is consulting specialists to incorporate biodiversity enhancements into the revised application.
There are also preparations in full swing for the upcoming village fete on June 28.
Dog fouling remains a local concern, with further updates expected from Ward Councillor Kellaway.
The next Llanwern Community Council meeting is scheduled for June 30, 2025, to be held both in person at the Village Hall and remotely.
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