31-07-2025
- Politics
- South Wales Argus
Rogerstone Community Council addresses 'misrepresented' dog
The council clarified that the dog involved was not a banned breed, and no control order was in place, as per the police.
This was just one of several issues the council addressed at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Tydu Community Hall on June 4.
South Wales Police officers attended the meeting to provide updates and discuss ongoing issues, including anti-social behaviour and drug-related concerns at Ty Du View, Tudor Crescent, and High Cross Open Space.
There are now plans to install a gate at Tudor Crescent to deter misuse by electric bike riders, with the gate intended to be compliant with disability access standards.
Other matters discussed at the AGM included the future management of community allotments.
The council is moving towards a tenant-led self-management model, and a meeting with interested tenants took place before the council's July meeting to discuss the next steps.
The council also expressed frustration at the ongoing delay in feedback from Newport City Council regarding the Local Development Plan (LDP).
Despite submitting comments more than 18 months ago on candidate sites affecting Rogerstone, no formal response has yet been received.
The council was informed that a revised timeline is pending discussions with the Welsh Government.
In other planning matters, the council voted to appeal Newport's refusal of a planning application for a gazebo at the Welfare Grounds.
The council will request that the application be reviewed at committee level rather than through delegated decision-making.
The council also began preparations for the 2025 Remembrance Sunday events, and the annual schools competition deadline was extended to allow participation from Rogerstone Primary School.
Members also discussed the continuation of the Sally Mlewa Award.
In terms of governance and financial oversight, the council approved the 2024/25 annual accounts, an annual return and internal audit report, and an annual report, which is now available on the council's website.
The council is also in discussions with Newport City Council to include Rogerstone's open spaces in the city's updated Public Spaces Protection Order, expected later in 2025.
The council agreed to add weed control at the Scout Hut to the groundsman's routine.
Co-option interviews for new councillors are planned for September following strong resident interest.
The next full meeting of the council is scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, in the council chambers at Tydu Community Hall, Welfare Grounds, Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone.
The meeting was chaired by Councillor Larcombe and was attended by members and local residents, many of whom observed following a pre-meeting session on the responsibilities of community councillors.
The meeting provided an opportunity for residents to engage with the council and discuss issues affecting the community.
The council continues to work on behalf of the residents of Rogerstone to ensure the community remains a safe and pleasant place to live.
