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  • Working out the future – the Council Plan 2023-28

    Working out the future – the Council Plan 2023-28

    If you haven’t read the news already, we are asking you to get involved in shaping our Council Plan – the document that puts together ideas of what Wrexham should look like in the future, and how to get there.

    Our vision for the future is a Wrexham where people are supported to fulfil their potential, prosper and achieve a high standard of well-being, and the council will be a strong and inclusive community leader to help make this happen.

    To do this, we have identified six areas to focus on that we believe will be of most benefit to our communities and we are asking you to let us know if you think we have got this right in our consultation in the link at the end of this article.

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    We are keen to involve you in the shaping of our Council Plan and would like to know what you think. We want to identify specific outcomes on which we can focus and against which we can measure progress.  These are the outcomes which we believe will be of most benefit to our communities.

    Once finalised, the plan is used to inform decisions about how we allocate money and other resources. Our other important services will still be delivered and details about these will be included within our internal business and service plans.

    We are asking you to take a look at the draft Council Plan to find out what we are aiming towards and if you agree that the main priorities are the right ones to help us achieve our vision, to contribute to Wales’ well-being goals, and to ensure  that everybody is treated fairly.

    If you would like to get involved in shaping our Council Plan, please complete our on-line survey by March 14, 2023 by visiting www.yourvoicewrexham.com.

    If you are unable to access our survey online, printed copies of our survey in Welsh and English, are available from, and can be returned to, the Wellbeing Hub, Chester Street, Wrexham LL13 8BG, the Guildhall, Wrexham LL11 1AY, housing estate offices, local libraries, and other Warm Places in Wrexham County Borough.

    If you wish to obtain a copy of the survey in a different format or language, or have any other query, please contact us by:

    Email: telluswhatyouthink@wrexham.gov.uk

    Post: Tell Us What You Think, 3rd Floor Annex, Guildhall, Wrexham, LL11 1AY

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  • Yorke Street and High Street Road Closures

    Yorke Street and High Street Road Closures

    Throughout February and March, Yorke Street and High Street will be closed to traffic on Friday and Saturday night, 6pm to 6am.

    The aim of these closures it to improve the safety and experience of those people who are in the city centre to enjoy the night-time economy.

    If you out and about in the city centre during these times, alternative routes will be signposted and pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.

    Access will also be maintained for those businesses within the road closure, but we would encourage business owners to work around these times where possible to maximise the benefit of the closures.

    The closures follow a request from Wrexham Police as they are reporting more people in the city centre during the evening and have concerns for public safety.

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  • Race Equality Week – it’s everyone’s business

    Race Equality Week – it’s everyone’s business

    Last week was Race Equality Week, a UK-wide event highlighting the work of thousands of organisations and individuals across the country who work to address race equality barriers.

    In Wrexham, we shone the spotlight on the great work of the North East Wales Multi-Cultural Hub project, which was established by Race Council Cymru and brings together Tŷ Pawb and North East Wales Community Cohesion Team at Wrexham Council.

    This project focuses on empowering Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities living and working in Wrexham and wider North Wales, and emphasises how important it is that  the history and culture of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic people is represented to ensure that their contribution to Wales is recognised.

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    Looking to the present, this project looks to ensure that culture, heritage and sport-related activities reflect what these groups would like to see in their local area.

    To make sure funding for this is available, Wrexham has benefitted from Welsh Government’s ‘Anti-racist Wales culture, heritage and sport fund’.

    Cllr Hugh Jones, lead member with responsibility for Tŷ Pawb, said: “We have been awarded £240,000 over three years from this fund to support the North East Wales Multicultural Hub, based in Tŷ Pawb. This project already supports more than 25 community groups and practitioners who are, or support, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.

    “This funding means we can do even more to empower wider grassroots community groups to lead and take advantage of cultural, arts, heritage and sport opportunities, all of which support a sense of belonging and equality within Wales.”

    Cllr Paul Roberts, lead member for community safety and partnerships, said: “As part of this funding from Welsh Government, we have awarded grant of £2,000 to 16 community groups across North Wales in support of projects that reflect and celebrate equality and diversity in our communities. In Wrexham this has included funding for Larynx Entertainment, a group of mixed race Hip Hop artists in Wrexham; Wrexham African Groups who will use the money to perform African live music and dance as well as a fashion show; and BAWSO who will be hosting a welcome session for people from Kenya who have just arrived in Wrexham area to live.

    “I welcome these projects and encourage you to go along to the events.”

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  • Where CAN’T I drive my car?

    Where CAN’T I drive my car?

    Do you know what a Prohibition of Motor Vehicles Order is? More importantly, do you know where they are in Wrexham city centre? Here’s a list to keep you in the loop.

    A Prohibition of Motor Vehicle Order on a street means that only certain types of vehicle are able to drive down it. For example, you might not be able to drive your car there, but buses are allowed.

    The city centre has three areas where there are prohibition of motor vehicles in place (these are in place 24/7):

    Prohibition of all motor vehicles A:

    Except for buses, disabled blue badge holders, loading & unloading and access to the St Giles church.

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    Where: High street, Church Street and Upper Town Hill

    Prohibition of all motor vehicles B:

    Except for access, disabled blue badge holders, loading & unloading, buses and hackney carriages.

    Where: King Street (from Regent Street junction to Lord Street junction) and Duke Street

    Prohibition of all motor vehicles C:

    Where: Egerton Street (from Rhosddu Road to junction with Lord Street)

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  • Who? What? When? Your guide to city centre pedestrian zones

    Who? What? When? Your guide to city centre pedestrian zones

    What does it mean to be in a pedestrian zone?

    To make sure you don’t end up with a fine in the city centre, read on to find out where you can drive, and when.

    We have pedestrian zones to make it safer, more accessible and more appealing for shoppers in the city centre. Pedestrianised areas also have lower air pollution, are quieter, and look nicer. There are also economic benefits as more people buy from shops in pedestrian zones.

    Where are they in Wrexham city centre?

    In Wrexham, we have three types of pedestrian zone – depending on where they are and the needs of residents and businesses based on the streets.

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    Pedestrian Zone A:
    No access to motor vehicles except for buses/disabled blue badge holders/loading and unloading: before 11:30am and after 5pm Monday-Friday, before 9:30am and after 5pm Saturday and before 1pm and after 5pm on Sunday
    Where: Lambpit Street, Queen Street, Henblas Street, Hope Street, Chester Street

    Pedestrian Zone B:
    No access to all motor vehicles except for loading and unloading, hackney carriages and taxis.
    Where: Rhosddu Road (by Army careers office) and Argyle Street

    Pedestrian Zone C:
    No access all motor vehicles except for disabled blue badge holders, loading and unloading.
    Where: Charles Street

    What happens if you break the rules?

    If you park a vehicle in a pedestrian zone when you shouldn’t, you can be issued with a penalty notice of £70 by the council’s traffic enforcement officers.

    Driving through a pedestrian zone when you shouldn’t could mean a fine from the police.
    Its your responsibility as the vehicle driver to check the signs in place and know the rules of the road.

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  • Do you live in Smithfield? It’s time to vote!

    Do you live in Smithfield? It’s time to vote!

    If you live in the Smithfield ward, you will have the chance to elect your new councillor at the by-election on February 23, 2023.

    All those wishing to put themselves forward have done so, and now it’s over to you. But before you can vote, you need to make sure you are registered. All you need to do is visit register to vote on gov.uk.

    In Wales, you are able to vote if you are aged 16 or over, so if you have turned 16 recently, make sure you are registered so you can cast your vote.

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    You are also able to vote if you are a qualified foreign national, so visit register to vote on gov.uk.

    What’s the deadline?

    To vote in this Smithfield by-election, you will need to register to vote by midnight on February 7.

    If you would like to apply for a postal vote, you will need to do this by 5pm on February 8.

    Finally, if you need to apply for a proxy vote, the deadline in 5pm on February 15.

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  • Planning for the future – the Council Plan 2023-2028

    Planning for the future – the Council Plan 2023-2028

    Working out what a good future would look like and planning how to get there are important steps to making positive changes.

    At Wrexham Council we are doing just that as we put together our Council Plan 2023-2028.

    Wrexham Council provides you with lots of services whether you live here, work here or are just visiting. These could be schools, waste collection, social care, council housing, planning services, roads, museums, country parks, trading standards. The council also supports the local community and economic development.

    This new Council Plan will focus on what will be most important over the next five years to help us to achieve our vision, to contribute to Wales’ well-being goals, and to ensure that everybody is treated fairly.

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    It will identify specific outcomes for us to work towards so we can measure our progress. These are the outcomes that we believe will be of most benefit to our communities.

    The plan is used to inform decisions about how we allocate money and other resources. Our other important services will still be delivered and details about these will be included within our internal business and service plans.

    We are asking you to take a look at the draft Council Plan to find out what we are aiming towards and if you agree that the main priorities are the right ones to support the people in our communities to fulfil their potential, prosper and achieve a high standard of well-being.

    If you would like to get involved in shaping our Council Plan, please complete our on-line survey by March 14, 2023 by visiting www.yourvoicewrexham.com.

    If you are unable to access our survey online, printed copies of our survey in Welsh and English, are available from, and can be returned to, the Wellbeing Hub, Chester Street, Wrexham LL13 8BG, the Guildhall, Wrexham LL11 1AY, housing estate offices, local libraries, and other Warm Places in Wrexham County Borough.

    If you wish to obtain a copy of the survey in a different format or language, or have any other query, please contact us by:

    Email: telluswhatyouthink@wrexham.gov.uk

    Post: Tell Us What You Think, 3rd Floor Annex, Guildhall, Wrexham, LL11 1AY

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  • Welcome to your vote! January 30-February 5, 2023

    Welcome to your vote! January 30-February 5, 2023

    Welcome to Your Vote Week 2023 aims to start a conversation about democracy and politics, especially with the young people around you, so everyone can feel confident to take part.

    That’s why this year’s theme is ‘our democracy’, highlighting that democracy is for everyone, and takes place all around us.

    We are encouraging schools and youth groups to join in, as well as young people themselves so they can find out all about what their vote means, so they can use it when it when the time comes!

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    Did you know that if you live in Wales you can vote from the age of 16? You can also register to vote from the age of 14! So getting involved in conversations about democracy, learning about how it works, and how your vote influences decisions made about your life needs to be an important part of our lives.

    Take a look at this video to find out more about democracy in Wales:

    To learn more about your vote, check out www.electoralcommission.org.uk/learning

    Already 14? Why not take a few minutes to register to vote at www.gov.uk/registertovote

    #WelcomeToYourVote

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  • Changemakers in Wrexham

    Changemakers in Wrexham

    The top 100 people or projects that have made a difference in Wales have been named – and the Wrexham Wellbeing Hub is one of them!

    The list of 100 ‘Changemakers’ focuses on those that have had a positive impact on future generations in Wales and has been put together by Sophie Howe, the future generations commissioner for Wales.

    Officially opened last year, the Wrexham Wellbeing Hub brings a host of services together in one place, including those from Wrexham Council, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board and AVOW. Together they deliver preventative and alternative solutions to care and support in a safe environment, with accessible facilities for all ages and abilities, helping to prevent illness and encourage people to lead longer, happier lives.

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    As part of the Changemakers 100 list, the wellbeing hub is acknowledged for its innovative approach among a prestigious list of poets, other public sector workers, activists, influencers, businesses, schools and volunteers along with actor and campaigner, Michael Sheen.

    Sophie said: “I look back at the last seven years with great pride and am often humbled by what Wales has managed to achieve in this time. There is so much more to do but we have gathered enough momentum to make sure the benefits of the Act continue to grow.

    “But the change we have seen over my term as the Commissioner would be nothing without the thousands of inspirational people I have met across Wales…That’s why I’m publishing my Future Generations Changemaker 100.”

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  • When is loading, not loading?

    When is loading, not loading?

    Loading (or unloading) is when you are continuously moving goods between a vehicle and a property. Goods also should be either heavy or bulky to qualify for this exemption

    To make sure you really know if you are loading or unloading – and avoid a fine – here’s a rundown of what loading or unloading is NOT!

    • Parking up where your vehicle causes an obstruction
    • Staying put when you’ve been asked to move by a police officer or traffic enforcement officer
    • Leaving your vehicle while you are not loading or unloading – either having break or packing up or unpacking items within the property

    What happens if you break the rules?

    If you park a vehicle in a pedestrian zone when you shouldn’t, you can be issued with a penalty notice of £70 by the council’s traffic enforcement officers.

    It’s your responsibility as the vehicle driver to check the signs in place and know the rules of the road.

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