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RESOLVED that: 6.1 the responses received to the independent review of the current Additional Learning Needs (ALN) specialist provision in Llanelli be noted; 6.2 options 1,2,3 and 6 be discarded 6.3 options 4 & 5 be pursued with further costings and design feasibility work.
RESOLVED that the Ynysdawela Nature park be declared as a local nature reserve.
RESOLVED that the former Ty’r Nant Offices, Trostre Retail Park, Llanelli be formally offered as an option for the relocation of Dyfed Drug and Alcohol Services.
RESOLVED that the car parking charges, as set out in the report, be approved.
RESOLVED that the South West Wales Regional Transport Plan (2025-2030) – Regional Transport Delivery Plan be approved.
RESOLVED that : 11.1 – a sub-group to take the initiative forward be established 11.2 – more detailed conversations with Plant Dewi be initiated 11.3 – potential partnerships with existing ventures in Carmarthenshire be identified 11.4 – Proposals be presented to the Tackling Poverty Advisory Panel for consideration.
RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of the Climate Change and Nature Emergency Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of Welsh Language Members Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
There were no apologies for absence
Councillor Minute Number Nature of Interest Linda Evans Davies 6. 6. REVIEW OF SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROVISION IN LLANELLI Has a family relation working at the school Hazel Evans 11. 11. NOTICE OF MOTION - MULTIBANK INITIATIVE 7. Is the Chair of St David’s Diocese and Plant Dewi is part of diocese. Philip Hughes 8. 11. NOTICE OF MOTION - MULTIBANK INITIATIVE 9. Is a trustee of Plant Dewi Linda Evans Davies 15. 15. SHARED PROSPERITY FUND - EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS GRANT AND FUNDS 10. Is a Director for Menter Hazel Evans 11. 15. SHARED PROSPERITY FUND - EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS GRANT AND FUNDS 12. Is a Director for Menter
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the minutes of the meeting of the Cabinet held on the 12th May, 2025 be signed as a correct record.
The Chair advised that no questions on notice had been submitted by members.
The Chair advised that no public questions had been received.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that: 6.1 the responses received to the independent review of the current Additional Learning Needs (ALN) specialist provision in Llanelli be noted; 6.2 options 1,2,3 and 6 be discarded 6.3 options 4 & 5 be pursued with further costings and design feasibility work.
[NOTE: Councillor L.D. Evans having earlier declared an interest in this item, left the meeting prior to the consideration and determination thereof.] Cabinet considered a report detailing the independent review of the current Additional Learning Needs (ALN) specialist provision in Llanelli. The report noted that the review was published at the end of February with comments requested by 13 March 2025, with paper presented to Cabinet to make formal decision before summer break 2025. The consultation focused on gathering views from a range of stakeholders over a four-month period from September 2024 to December 2024, which identified wider pressures in the system, most notable the need to expand provision for Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). Four responses to the consultation were received from the School community, Ysgol Heol Goffa Action Group, the Headteacher of Pwll CP School and Nia Griffith MP/Lee Waters MS, as attached in the appendices of the report. Consideration was given to the feedback and suite of options. Cabinet proposed to pursue options 4 & 5 and requested further detailed financial costs. RESOLVED that: 6.1 the responses received to the independent review of the current Additional Learning Needs (ALN) specialist provision in Llanelli be noted; 6.2 options 1,2,3 and 6 be discarded 6.3 options 4 & 5 be pursued with further costings and design feasibility work.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the Ynysdawela Nature park be declared as a local nature reserve.
The Cabinet considered a report declaring Ynysdawela Nature Park, Upper Brynamman, as a local nature reserve under the National parks and Access to countryside Act 1949. Gaining designation will demonstrate that the Council has a commitment to the natural environment. Ecological surveys have discovered unique insects, dormice, marsh fritillary, nine bat species and with 64 species of invertebrate identified as being of conservation importance and 2 species new to Wales. This area serves as a natural haven for the county. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the Ynysdawela Nature park be declared as a local nature reserve.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the former Ty’r Nant Offices, Trostre Retail Park, Llanelli be formally offered as an option for the relocation of Dyfed Drug and Alcohol Services.
Cabinet considered a report which detailed an option for future use of the former Council offices Ty’r Nant, Trostre Retail Park, as a potential base for the Dyfed Drug and Alcohol Services. The service is currently commissioned in conjunction with CCC by the following organisations: · Hywel Dda University Health Board · Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner · Pembrokeshire County Council · Ceredigion County Council · Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service The current Drug Advisory service provided by Barod is run from the first floor of the Boots store in Vaughan Street, Llanelli. With the Authority’s aspirations for the regeneration of Llanelli the current location of this service within the town centre is not considered ideal. The APB have been advised of the possible availability of this building subject to approval. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the former Ty’r Nant Offices, Trostre Retail Park, Llanelli be formally offered as an option for the relocation of Dyfed Drug and Alcohol Services.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the car parking charges, as set out in the report, be approved.
Further to the County Council meeting on the 9th April, 2025 (minute 13.1 thereof refers), the Cabinet considered a report calling for the abandonment of proposed car parking charges at Burry Port, Ferryside and Kidwelly, The planned charges for 2025/2026 compare favourably to neighbouring authorities, especially their coastal car parks. There is free on-street time limited parking of various durations, as well as unrestricted parking available on a first come first serves basis in all towns/villages served by car parks. The introduction of car park charges at the identified car parks presents an opportunity for the County Council to create a fair and consistent approach across all areas of the County. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the car parking charges, as set out in the report, be approved.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the South West Wales Regional Transport Plan (2025-2030) – Regional Transport Delivery Plan be approved.
The Cabinet received a report on the South West Wales Regional Transport Plan (2025-2030), which set out the use of the council’s statutory powers to progress to delivery, subject to Welsh Government approval. The South West Wales Region is developing a Regional Transport Plan (RTP) to align with the Welsh Government’s Llwybr Newydd: Wales Transport Strategy. Implementation of the RTDP will be managed by the region’s four local authorities: Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. An 8-week public consultation on the draft RTP and RTDP concluded on April 6, 2025, and submission to the Welsh Government due by July 31, 2025. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the South West Wales Regional Transport Plan (2025-2030) – Regional Transport Delivery Plan be approved.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that : 11.1 – a sub-group to take the initiative forward be established 11.2 – more detailed conversations with Plant Dewi be initiated 11.3 – potential partnerships with existing ventures in Carmarthenshire be identified 11.4 – Proposals be presented to the Tackling Poverty Advisory Panel for consideration.
[NOTE: Councillors H.A.L Evans & P.M. Hughes, having earlier declared an interest in this item, left the meeting prior to the consideration and determination thereof.] Further to the County Council meeting on the 9th April, 2025 (minute 11.1 thereof refers), the Cabinet considered a report outlining the work of the Multibank initiative and its work in Carmarthenshire. The Multibank initiative, championed by former Prime Minister and Anti-Poverty Champion, Gordon Brown, has been rolled out across different parts of the UK and plays a critical role in directing surplus goods to families in need. The Cwtch Mawr Multibank, currently operating in Llansamlet, Swansea, was a highly successful initiative and existing supply networks would be utilized for Carmarthenshire. RESOLVED that : 11.1 – a sub-group to take the initiative forward be established 11.2 – more detailed conversations with Plant Dewi be initiated 11.3 – potential partnerships with existing ventures in Carmarthenshire be identified 11.4 – Proposals be presented to the Tackling Poverty Advisory Panel for consideration.
Cabinet considered the following changes to membership of Cabinet Advisory Panels submitted by the Labour Group:-
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of the Climate Change and Nature Emergency Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
Councillor Lewis Davies to replace Councillor Edward Skinner on the Climate Change and Nature Emergency Advisory Panel. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of the Climate Change and Nature Emergency Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of Welsh Language Members Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
Councillor Edward Skinner to replace Councillor Kevin Madge on the Welsh Language Members Advisory Panel. UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED that the proposed change to membership of Welsh Language Members Advisory Panel, as detailed above, be approved.
The Chair advised that there were no items of urgent business.
UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED, pursuant to the Local Government Act 1972, as amended by the Local Government (Access to Information) (Variation) (Wales) Order 2007, that the public be excluded from the meeting during consideration of the following items as the reports contained exempt information as defined in paragraph 14 of Part 4 of Schedule 12A to the Act.
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