CCTV to be installed at playpark and BMX track

CCTV is to be installed at Newtown's new Severn Playpark ans the town's bike trail park at Trehafren Hill.

Town councillors last night agreed to spend £1,500 on the equipment for security and safety at both sites.

Cllr Joy Jones said the camera equipment would record the areas but they would not be constantly monitored. She added that it would be a deterrent to vandalism and other activity.

Councillors unanimously voted to purchase and install the equipment.

Photo: Newtown Mayor, Cllr David Selby, at Newtown's mountain bike trail and BMX facility.