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South Wales Argus
a day ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Welsh Government Coastal Capacity Building Scheme extended
The Welsh Government has announced a two-year extension of its Coastal Capacity Building Scheme, which will continue to support community-led environmental projects through funding of £260,000 per year from 2025/26 to 2026/27. Huw Irranca-Davies, deputy First Minister with responsibility for climate change and rural affairs, said: "This funding extension reflects our commitment to improving resilience in our coastal communities. "These locally-led projects are exactly the kind of collaborative approach we need – bringing together communities, local authorities and businesses to protect our precious marine environment while creating sustainable opportunities. "The scheme strengthens the connection between local coastal communities and nature, helping people understand the actions they can take to make a difference." Delivered through the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), the scheme has already supported 11 projects since its launch in October 2023. One of the funded projects is the Neath Port Talbot Local Nature Partnership, which ran workshops to connect people with coastal habitats and raise awareness of environmental protection. Rebecca Sharp, countryside and wildlife team leader at Neath Port Talbot Council, said: "The aim of the Coastal Connections Project was to get people engaged with the coastline in Neath Port Talbot and raise awareness of the amazing habitats and species we have along our shores. "Neath Port Talbot's coastline is generally associated with its rich industrial heritage rather than its habitats and wild spaces. "The project therefore aimed to highlight the area's often-overlooked natural beauty and encourage a broader appreciation of its ecological importance." Activities included beach cleans, seashore safaris, and a marine mammal medic course delivered in partnership with the British Divers Marine Life Rescue Organisation. Funding applications remain open to new and existing partners interested in supporting coastal communities. Organisations are encouraged to email lnpcymru@ to apply.
Leader Live
4 days ago
- General
- Leader Live
Pedal Power cycling lessons at Alyn Waters Country Park
Pedal Power has received a boost from the Landfill Disposals Tax Communities Scheme funding administered by the WCVA. The all ability cycling service, run by registered charity Cycling 4 All based at Alyn Waters Country Park, Wrexham, offers fun, therapy, and achievement for all abilities. The Learn to Ride sessions start on Saturday, August 2 and run for five weeks, between 10am-noon, open to all ages. Bring your own bike and helmet if you have them, or Pedal Power have some available if needed. Read more: Parents/carers are asked to stay with their children during the session and wear suitable footwear as the session may involve some running around. The cost is £8 per session, or you can book a block of five sessions for £35. You will receive a free helmet when booking a block of five sessions. For more information, email or to book a session follow the links below. Book 1 session here: Book 5 sessions here: Cycling 4 All is open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and has a fleet of standard and specialist bikes including trikes, hand-cycles, wheelchair bikes and side-by-side bikes. There is a traffic-free cycle track around the park where our customers can enjoy the benefits of cycling in a safe and secure environment. Pedal Power is also asking for donations of unused, unwanted bikes in good condition to be part of their Bike Swap initiative. The bike swap aims to help reduce the number of bikes that end up as waste in landfill. Find out more about Cycling 4 All and all ability cycling service Pedal power by visiting or find them on Facebook - Pedal Power Wrexham.
