Protect Community Buildings and Ensure Transparency in High-Street Redevelopment in Wales
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285 signatures
- More than 250 signatures: considered by the Petitions CommitteeReached
- More than 10,000 signatures: considered for a debate in the SeneddNot reached
Across Wales, many towns and villages are losing historic community buildings such as pubs and high-street venues through redevelopment or conversion to large HMOs. These buildings often form an important part of local identity and social life. Residents frequently only become aware of proposals once formal notices are posted. The Welsh Government should strengthen planning policy to protect community buildings and ensure clearer transparency and consultation when major changes are proposed.
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Recent redevelopment proposals in communities such as Treherbert have raised concerns about the loss or conversion of long-standing community buildings. Residents often only become aware of proposals once planning notices are posted.
Clearer transparency, stronger consultation requirements and better protection for community buildings would help ensure development supports sustainable communities across Wales.
Signatures by constituency
The Senedd's petitions website lists 281 of the 285 signatures under a Senedd constituency.
| Constituency | Signatures |
|---|---|
| Afan Ogwr Rhondda | 248 |
| Pontypridd Cynon Merthyr | 13 |
| Sir Gaerfyrddin | 5 |
| Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd | 3 |
| Caerdydd Penarth | 3 |
| Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni | 2 |