Elwyn Edwards A former planning committee chair has described current requirements for applicants compiling Welsh language impact assessments as “farcical,” amid calls for more information to be provided on any potential detriment for local communities. Cllr Elwyn Edwards, who recently completed his term heading the committee, has been a long-time advocate for planning reform in relation to the Welsh language. The member for Llandderfel, in his role as a member of the Snowdonia National Park Authority, recently proposed a motion with the park calling on the Welsh Government to insist on planning permission being in place before a regular house can be turned into a holiday home.
As part of ongoing efforts to ensure Anglesey communities are safe and pleasant places to live, Isle of Anglesey County Council is urging all dog-owners to ensure that they clean-up after their pets. Anglesey Council’s Public Protection team have recently received numerous complaints about individuals failing to clean up after their dogs. A dog owner is committing an offence, under The Isle of Anglesey (Dogs Fouling of Land) Order 1997, if they fail to clean up dog foul. Chief Public Protection Officer, Les Pursglove, said: “Whilst most people do their utmost to keep our streets clean, a minority of irresponsible dog owners cause problems in our towns and villages.”