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As the cost of living spirals, we are aware that many of our tenants and residents will be struggling to make ends meet.

Wrexham Council’s housing department has teamed up with other agencies and organisations to put together a series of cost of living and wellbeing events across the borough, where tenants will be able to access information from a variety of partner organisations on topics such as energy efficiency, water efficiency and bill reduction, debt advice and financial support.

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The Wrexham Communities for Work team will be available to assist people with gaining employment skills, from assisting with cv preparation and interview skills to being able to signpost tenants to vacancies in the area.

Financial Inclusions Officers from the Council’s housing department will be available to assist tenants wherever possible and help them to maximise their income.

Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member for Housing said, “The Council, and in particular the housing department, are very conscious of the effect the cost of living crisis is having on our tenants and we are very keen to support our tenants wherever we can. Local estate offices each have a Financial Inclusion Officer based within them, whose role is to help tenants to maximise their income.

“Up to April 2022 they have provided assistance to over 775 tenants and have had a positive effect on both tenants’ financial position and their mental wellbeing. We are keen to promote this service and Financial Inclusion Officers will be available at all the events that have been organised and I would urge anyone who is struggling to either attend one of the events or contact their local housing office.”

Dates, times and locations of the events are:

Monday 7 November 9am – 1pm Brynteg Memorial Hall

Monday 14 November 1pm – 3pm Ty Pawb

Friday 18 November 10am -1pm Gwersyllt Resource Centre

Monday 21 November 1pm – 4pm Johnstown Community Centre

Thursday 24 November 1pm – 3pm Plas Madoc Leisure Centre

Friday 18 November 10am -1pm Gwersyllt Resource Centre

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The Tŷ Pawb Open takes place every two years at Wrexham’s multi-award winning markets, arts and community venue.

This year’s edition of the exhibition features works by over 150 artists from across the country, working in a range of mediums including paint, print and sculpture.

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This follows a fantastic response to the open call, held earlier this year. Over 220 artists submitted more than 600 artworks for consideration.

All the featured artists and their friends and families were invited to a special evening event to officially open the exhibition.

Visitors to the exhibition are able to cast a vote for their favourite artwork. The ‘People’s Prize’ winner will be announced at the close of the exhibition in January.

All the works are for sale – ideal for some early Christmas shopping!

Cllr Hugh Jones said: “The Open exhibition is one of the most popular exhibitions on the Tŷ Pawb’s calendar. The huge range of colours, variety and creativity on show make it an accessible and enjoyable exhibition for all ages.

“The gallery really does look stunning and our thanks must go to all the artist who contributed works, and to the hugely talented team who helped organise and put the exhibition together. I would encourage anyone visiting Tŷ Pawb during the busy autumn and winter period to pop into the gallery and make the most of this wonderful space.”

Further information about Tŷ Pawb

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Please contact your local Leisure Centre for more details and booking information

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Chirk Leisure & Activity Centre 01691 778666

Tuesday 1pm – 2pm
Friday 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Sunday 1pm – 2pm

Gwyn Evans Leisure & Activity Centre 01978 269540

Wednesday 2pm – 3pm
Friday 3pm – 4pm

Waterworld 01978 297300

Monday 2.30pm – 3.30pm
Thursday 1pm – 2pm
Saturday 3pm – 4pm

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Members of the public are invited to the closing ceremony for the Knife Angel on Wednesday 26th October at 6pm when the statue will be lit up and are encouraged to bring along a battery tea light candle or a torch.

There will be a few short speeches around the base of the statue which looks amazing when lit up.

The Knife Angel has been well received in Wrexham with lots of individuals and organisations visiting to see it. Some groups affected by knife crime made a special visit to the city centre to see it and many were moved by its presence.

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Students from secondary schools and Coleg Cambria have also visited and had workshops about knife crime and the feedback from them has been very positive.

The Knife Angel leaves us on 1 November to begin its journey to Gwent but Wrexham’s story will continue. The lasting legacy of the Knife Angel will be the continued engagement of partner organisations, including the police and youth services, with young people in order to keep the conversation about knife crime relevant and appropriate.

In Coleg Cambria’s Bersham Road campus work continues on our own Knife Dragon which is about a third completed but already standing over 2 metres. The Dragon is being made using weapons safely handed in at local police stations as part of regional amnesty campaigns and may eventually contain knives that were handed in during the Knife Angel’s visit.

It’s expected to be completed next summer and will initially be on display at the campus.

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If you’re wondering what to do over half term, look no further than your local library!

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Wrexham library has craft and activity sessions arranged for most days. Starting with Monday there will be Spooky Spider Web Craft, Tuesday will be Board Games Day, Thursday is Lego Make and Take and Saturday will be Bonfire Make and take Crafts.

Plus the usual Welsh and English story times on Thursday and Friday and Lego Club on Saturday. For more details and to reserve your place call the library on 01978 292090.

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Stop Loan Sharks Wales has launched a new campaign to help communities in Wales recognise the signs of illegal money lending and signpost the support available.

We’re not talking huge amounts of money – it could be £20 for the electric meter. But that amount could end up becoming much, much larger with interest payments adding up week after week after week.

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It could also be a casual arrangement to begin with and it may take place at the school gate, on What’s App or whilst enjoying a pint after work but as repayment becomes due some situations can become threatening.

People who are struggling financially can often look for a quick fix, but it’s really important to know that there are always much better options than lending from ‘loan sharks’.

There is help available

The message to anyone in this situation is that there is help available. You can report in confidence to the illegal moneylending team who can support you and tackle the criminals.

Stop Loan Sharks Wales urges Wrexham residents to make sure that anyone offering to lend money has a consumer credit authority. If you are a loan shark victim, or think there may be a shark operating nearby then pick up the phone and call now on 0300 123 311.

Specialist client liaison officers will support and assist victims, advising on debt and other problems.

Your Credit Union

If you’re struggling financially, and need support, using your Credit Union is a far cheaper and safer way of getting a loan.

Some benefits of doing this are:

• Easy application
• Low interest rates
• Quick decisions
• No early repayment penalties

You can find out more and how to apply here.

If you are struggling with debt and don’t know what to do, there is help for you to get your money under control.

Useful contacts

Citizens Advice Bureau, Wrexham (Social and Welfare Service) – phone 01824 703483
Citizens Advice Bureau, Wrexham (Legal Service) – phone 0844 826 9690
Vesta SFS (Specialist Family Support – for Polish families in Wales) – email info@vestasfs.org

You can also contact Citizens Advice’s Consumer Advice Line on 0808 223 1133

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