Controversial 'Great Wall of Clydach' to be removed
The so-called "Great Wall of Clydach," a 200-metre structure erected last month along Pwll Du Road in the Monmouthshire village, will be removed following public outcry.
Peter Fox, Member of the Senedd for Monmouth, said: "This fence has been a huge topic of conversation for local residents and has certainly gained some national attention.
"I think everyone agreed the intentions behind the fence were correct, but the execution was somewhat wrong."
Monmouthshire County Council has agreed to replace the fence with stock fencing that will be lower in height and painted to better blend with the surrounding countryside.
Mr Fox thanked council officers for their engagement with the community but criticised council leadership.
He said: "The recent meeting in the village of Clydach was well attended, and I am grateful to the officers of Monmouthshire County Council for attending.
"They stood there for a number of hours, held their hands up to getting it wrong, responded to concerns, and began to look for a solution.
"I was disappointed at the meeting by the Labour Leader of the Council, Mary Ann Brocklesby, for not standing up herself to take even some of the criticism and feedback from residents.
"As a past leader myself, that is your job."
He welcomed the council's revised approach, saying: "I am pleased to see the community have been listened to."
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