THIS IS THE BLOG OF COLIN JONES, RHYL TOWN COUNCILLOR: BODFOR WARDl
The opinions expressed in this blog are entirely my own and not the views of the town council.
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Litter and fly-tipping have been big issues in the Bodfor ward for many years. RYAG (Rhyl Youth Action Group) on corner of Wellington Road and Elwy Street, have published a report containing a survey of young people’s opinions. The need to clean up the town figured most strongly in the findings.
Cleaning up the town is not a one-off process. As soon as you clear a space it begins to fill up again. The rubbish in the picture turned up in Hope Place (near the Abbey Street exit). On the wall behind was a notice saying, “Site under surveillance. No tipping. Maximum penalties: unlimited fine and/or five years’ imprisonment . . .”
The situation has eased in the last couple of years but the problems seem unlikely to reduce dramatically. Most people of all ages have adopted a ‘consumerist’ lifestyle. The rubbish is a constant reminder of how much of the world’s resources we consume and waste.
Congratulations to RYAG on their report - I will study it closely. Thanks also to West Rhyl Young People’s Centre (Bedford Street) and the West Rhyl Community Company (Abbey Street) for the work that they do for young people. It is my sincere hope that one day we may see the ward’s elderly people equally well served.
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