Wylfa drop-in session dates
RESIDENTS are being given more opportunities to help shape proposals for a multi billion pound nuclear plant which is set to be built on Anglesey.
Previously published in 2014, Horizon’s Statement of Community Consultation ( SOCC) sets out how it will formally consult with local people over its plans for Wylfa Newydd, as well as the communities and groups that could be impacted by or benefit from the proposed development.
But following consultation with Anglesey Council, a new SOCC is now being advertised.
Alan Raymant, Chief Operating Officer at Horizon Nuclear Power, said: “It’s really important our proposals for Wylfa Newydd reflect feedback from all communities from across the island and the wider region.
“We’ve recently modified our consultation timings, which means we’ve been able to add even more opportunities over the coming months for local people to have a say on our plans.”
Horizon’s next phase of community consultation kicks off on Friday, with a series of events taking place through early spring.
This consultation continues the progress made by Horizon since its first stage of major consultation in 2014 and provides another opportunity for people to view its latest plans and provide feedback on its proposals.
The public information events will be followed by a A MUSIC student is delighted to have passed his Grade 4 cello... half a century after he took his last exam.
Desmond Burton gave up the instrument as a child but decided to pick it up again in retirement.
And after 10 months of lessons with tutor Nicki Pearce at Canolfan Gerdd William Mathias the 67-year-old, who travelled the world while working as an English teacher, gained a distinction in his Grade 4 exam.
Desmond, of Menai Bridge, is one of 60 adult learners who attend weekly one-to-one lessons at the centre, which offers tuition on a range of instruments to 350 students in Caernarfon and series of focus group-style meetings on areas of the project which are known to be a priority for local people, including the Welsh language and plans for worker accommodation.
A second, larger scale, consultation will follow later in the year.
Drop-in events will take place at the following dates Denbigh.
He said: “A lot of people may wonder why I decided to take up the cello again aged 67. But, being retired now, it means I have more flexibility and the time available to practise. There’s also the need for a new challenge – even when you’re my age, you need a goal or aspiration in life.”
Desmond, who moved to Wales from Thailand to work at Bangor University in 1996, added: “When I gave up the instrument as a child the cello was gathering dust at my parents’ house for many years. I felt a bit sorry for it. I never took it very seriously as a child, so I thought I should come back and try a bit harder.” and locations
January 29 Wylfa Sports and Social Club 11am-2pm and 4-7pm
January 20 Llangefni Town Hall 10am-1pm
February 2 Llanfachraeth Village Hall 11am-2pm and 4-7pm
February 3 Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead 11am-2pm
Originally from Lichfield in the Midlands, Desmond added: “When you have a brilliant tutor like Nicki Pearce and the support and encouragement of all at Canolfan Gerdd William Mathias, learning an instrument can be very rewarding.
“My daughter, a violinist, studies music at Birmingham University, and my wife has taken up guitar lessons at the centre, so music is a big part of our lives.”
Desmond is now looking forward to continuing with his lessons and joining a new Adults Learners’ Cello Ensemble, which will perform at the centre’s Adult Learner’s Concert in May as part of Age Cymru and the Arts Council of Wales’ Gwanwyn Festival. and 4-7pm
February 5 Amlwch Memorial Hall 11am-2pm and 4-7pm
February 6 Cemaes Village Hall 10am-1pm
February 9 Valley Hotel 11am-2pm and 4-7pm
February 10 Menai Bridge War Memorial Community Centre 11am-2pm and 4-7pm