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Council pledges to investigate permanent access at Llanelli cenotaph

Carmarthenshire Council has responded to criticism over the lack of wheelchair access at Llanelli cenotaph, confirming that while a temporary ramp is not possible, a permanent solution will now be investigated.

Cllr Edward Thomas, Cabinet Member for Transport, Waste and Infrastructure Services, Carmarthenshire Council, said: “Investigations have been carried out to assess the possibility of a ramp being installed at Llanelli cenotaph, however due to space around the location of the cenotaph, it is not possible to install a temporary ramp in order to achieve a sufficient gradient to safely enable wheelchair access. The permanent creation of a level access is required and we will investigate this for future implementation.”

The pledge follows anger from veterans and campaigners who said frail former servicemen and women were left unable to access the memorial during recent commemorations.

The cenotaph, located in the town centre, is the focal point for Remembrance events in Llanelli. Campaigners have called for urgent action to ensure accessibility ahead of future services.

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