Labour AM Welcomes Extra Money For Gritting And Road Repairs.

Gwenda Thomas AM has welcomed extra funding for gritting and mending potholes in Neath.

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council will receive an extra £ 270,677 from the Labour-led Welsh Assembly Government, Local Government Minister, Carl Sargeant has announced.

Mrs. Thomas said: “Judging by the freezing cold conditions over the past few weeks, it looks like it could be another cold winter and so it’s imperative our roads are kept in good condition."

“This money will help go towards mending roads which have degraded because of bad weather conditions and buy extra salt to grit the road and pavement surfaces."

“I expect Neath Port Talbot to give priority to areas around schools, community centres and local shops which vulnerable groups including the elderly and children rely on.”