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  • Word Play – Three day art & play extravaganza comes to Wrexham town centre

    Word Play – Three day art & play extravaganza comes to Wrexham town centre

    Wrexham’s Play Services are teaming up with artists, poets and musicians to transform Henblas Square for a three day event of immersive, creative, child-led play.

    Chwarae-Geiriau/Word Play will take place on the 10th, 11th & 12th May in Wrexham town centre between 11am and 5pm.

    Children will be able to take the lead in a range of creative play activities including a sandpit, a range of loose-parts, den-building materials, art supplies and more.

    Wrexham’s fantastic playworkers will be on hand to provide support. All children are welcome provided they are accompanied by parents or carers. A number of school and nursery groups will also be taking part.

    Entry is free – no need to book.

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    Supporting our City of Culture bid

    Word Play is part of a huge programme of community events taking place across the county borough to support Wrecsam’s bid to become UK City of Culture in 2025.

    The event has been developed by local poet and activist Evrah Rose, and Dave Acton of Larynx Entertainment working with Wrexham Council, The Venture and Assemble Play – part of the Turner prize winning collective Assemble.

    Artists Dusk (Adam Pritchard), Georgina Caiger and Natalie Griffiths have been commissioned to create street art for the event, which children will be able to contribute to.

    The ‘UK capital of play’

    Evrah Rose, poet, author and trustee of The Venture adventure playground in Caia Park, said: “We want Word Play to represent the commonalities between play and the arts – especially street art and hip-hop which can be seen as marginalised.

    “We want to uplift these cultural practices because we know they have real value in terms of wellbeing and self-expression.”

    Ian Bancroft, Wrexham Council Chief Executive, said: “Wrexham’s unique play provision and adventure playgrounds have been highlighted as a key aspect of the county’s bid for City of Culture in 2025.

    “We see ourselves as the UK capital of play. This event showcases the innovative playwork happening here and provides a glimpse of a vision for the future of play in Wrexham.”

    Find out more

    To view all the upcoming events and find our more about our bid to become UK City of Culture 2025 visit the Wrecsam2025 website and follow the #Wrecsam2025 hashtag on social media.

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  • Are you missing out on benefits? Get help to Claim What’s Yours

    Are you missing out on benefits? Get help to Claim What’s Yours

    With household budgets struggling to keep up with the rise in the cost of living we’re encouraging everyone to make sure they’re aware of all the benefits and help they are entitled to.

    Adviceline Cymru is a Welsh Government funded initiative that can help you find out what benefits you can claim to ensure you Claim What’s Yours.

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    It offers a free and confidential advice on a range of subjects such as:

    • welfare benefits
    • debt
    • employment
    • education
    • housing
    • immigration
    • discrimination
    • winter fuel support.

    You can get in touch with one of their advisors by calling the free helpline on 0808 250 5700 or visit their website where you can find out more about getting support. Their line is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

    When you contact Advicelink Cymru, a trained advisor will talk to you about your circumstances and help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

    The advisor will support you throughout the claim process and help you to fill in any claim forms. They can also advise on what evidence you need to provide to support your claim.

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  • HWB Cymraeg’s back again for FOCUS Wales!

    HWB Cymraeg’s back again for FOCUS Wales!

    HWB Cymraeg will once again return as part of FOCUS Wales 2022 bringing more Welsh language events and artists to the line-up of the Wrexham-based international music festival.

    You can find all things Cymraeg in the popular teepee spot on Queen Square from Thursday, May 5 to Saturday, May 7.

    The line up for this year’s HWB Cymraeg features live performers from the world of Welsh popular music, along with DJs and choirs.

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    During the day, HWB Cymraeg will host a variety of Welsh language events, including choral performances, film screenings and Welsh learning workshops.

    Live performances at the HWB start from 6pm each evening, with the line-up featuring acts such as: Parisa Fouladi, Morgan Elwy, She’s Got Spies and Tapestri.

    On Saturday 7 May, Coleg Cambria will launch its new Welsh at Home for parents between 10.30 and 12.30. There’ll be story and rhymes, crafts, treasure hunt and practical tips on supporting bilingualism – the popular Magi Ann will also be making a welcome appearance.

    Just click here for the full line-up.

    Stephen Jones, Welsh Language Officer for Wrexham Council, said: “It’s great to be back on the Square as part of FOCUS Wales.   It’s really important that Welsh speakers and learners have somewhere to practice and use their Welsh socially and this event along with Saith Seren and Tŷ Pawb, cater this and much more.

    “I’d also like to thank FOCUS Wales for their support for HWB Cymraeg, and would encourage anyone who hasn’t visited the HWB in previous years to come and see what we’ve got on this year.”

    What is HWB Cymraeg?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhZTONPkrcw (welsh link)

    Beth yw HWB Cymraeg?

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  • May 5 is Polling Day – Please use your vote and stay safe

    May 5 is Polling Day – Please use your vote and stay safe

    As we approach the local election polling day we’re encouraging everyone to use their vote and make plans to go to the polling station on 5 May.

    We’re also asking you to remain aware that Coronavirus hasn’t gone away so we still need to be careful when we do go to vote.

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    • Wales is currently as Alert Level Zero, however the health and well-being of all staff, candidates and voters is extremely important.  And with this in mind the Returning Officer is implementing the following to minimise the risk of spreading coronavirus at all polling stations: Perspex screens, wipes, antibacterial spray and hand sanitiser will be in place in all stations.
    • There will be disposable masks for use.
    • Voters are asked to bring their own pen/pencil but there will be a supply of pencils that will be sanitised after every use.
    • All touch points will be regularly sanitised, including voting booths.
    • Face coverings will be by personal choice for staff and voters.
    • There will also be posters in place advising voters not to enter the polling station with Coronavirus symptoms.

    Ian Bancroft, Returning Officer, said, “Many of us are now going about our normal business as Covid restrictions are lifted but we all still need to be mindful that Coronavirus is still circulating and still poses a risk to some individuals.

    “Please follow the guidance above in order to ensure that the election takes place with the minimum of risk to everyone attending a polling station.”

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  • Ferrero extends recalls of a selection of Kinder – possible presence of Salmonella

    Ferrero extends recalls of a selection of Kinder – possible presence of Salmonella

    Ferrero is further extending their precautionary action of recalling a selection of Kinder products because they might be contaminated with Salmonella. This product recall is an update to include all best before dates for the selected Kinder products and replaces earlier versions.

    The products recalled are:

    • Kinder Surprise, 20g. All best before dates up to and including 4 January 2023.
    • Kinder Surprise, 20g 3 pack. All best before dates up to and including 4 January 2023.
    • Kinder Surprise, 100g. All best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022.
    • Kinder Mini Eggs, 75g. All best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022.
    • Kinder Egg Hunt Kit, 150g. All best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022.
    • Kinder Schokobons, 70g, 200g and 320g. All best before dates up to and including 4 January 2023.

    If you have bought the above products do not eat them. Instead, please contact the Ferrero consumer careline on consumers.uk@ferrero.com or 0330 053 8943 UK or +44 (0)330 053 8943 Ireland to obtain a full refund.

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  • Do you know if your ward is uncontested? (And what does uncontested mean?)

    Do you know if your ward is uncontested? (And what does uncontested mean?)

    Local elections are being held in Wrexham on May 5, when you will be able to vote who you would like to be your local councillor. But what if there is only one person standing in your area?

    Everyone in Wrexham County Borough has received a polling card, but there are eight wards where there is only one person standing. These are called ‘uncontested’ wards, and the person standing is guaranteed the seat.

    So…if you live in one of the following areas, where the seats are ‘uncontested’, you do not need to go along to vote on polling day:

    • Cartrefle
    • Chirk South
    • Dyffryn Ceiriog
    • Esclusham
    • Garden Village
    • Holt
    • Stansty
    • Borras

    **May 5 is also the day for electing community councillors. All except one of the areas listed above is ‘uncontested’ for both councillor and community councillor seats, that is Caia Park CC – Cartrefle Ward. So, if you live in Caia Park CC – Cartrefle Ward you are still able to vote for your community councillors at the polling station on May 5.**

    All wards and candidates, including ‘uncontested’ seats, are listed on the current elections and vacancies page of the council’s website.

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  • Library News: Quick Reads

    Library News: Quick Reads

    One in six adults in the UK struggle with reading and one in three adults do not regularly read for pleasure.

    Quick Reads provide a route into reading that prioritises great story telling and adult-focused content while ensuring the books are written in an accessible and easy to read style.

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    The books are written by some of the most popular authors in the UK – including Andy McNab, Jojo Moyes, Anne Cleeves, Ian Rankin and Benjamin Zephaniah – so they can be a brilliant entry point to new genres, authors as well as the spark to reignite or build up the joy of reading.

    Authors writing for this year’s collection include Graham Norton, Kate Mosse, Lemn Sisay and Santa Montefiore.

    All titles are available from your local library.

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  • If you’re unable to vote because you’re unwell you can request an emergency proxy vote

    If you’re unable to vote because you’re unwell you can request an emergency proxy vote

    If you find out at short notice that you can’t get to the polling station because:

    • You’ve got Covid symptoms
    • You’re feeling unwell
    • You’ll be away on polling day

    There’s no need to worry.

    You can request an emergency proxy vote until 5pm on the day of the election.

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    A proxy vote is when you nominate someone you trust to cast your vote for you at the polling station.

    To arrange one please contact our electoral service staff on 01978 292020 who will be able to help.

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  • No change to bin collections this Monday

    No change to bin collections this Monday

    There won’t be any changes to bin collections on bank holiday Monday, so if your collection day is Monday, please put your bins and recycling out as you usually would.

    You can always check the bin calendar to stay up-to-date with your collections.

    You can check your bin calendar here:

    Calendar 1

    Calendar 2

    Not sure if you’re calendar 1 or calendar 2? No problem, just add your postcode or street name here to find out which collection calendar you are.

    Or you can sign up to receive bin reminder emails from us and you’ll get an email the day before your collection that tells you which bin to put out.

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  • Need tree work doing in your garden? Make sure you use a professional tree surgeon

    Need tree work doing in your garden? Make sure you use a professional tree surgeon

    Trading Standards has received a few complaints recently which have left homeowners out of pocket after cold callers took on tree work which was either carried out incompetently or the trader vanished with the money having done little or no work.

    Cold calling for tree work does happen usually after bad weather but it can happen at any time. The consequences of having unqualified, uninsured workers pruning or felling trees in your garden could though be even worse.

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    If work is not done properly there is a real risk of injury to people, damage to property and serious harm to your tree. As the home owner, you could be liable if other people or their property are affected.

    If you need work doing, seek the services of a professional arborist (tree surgeon) and make some key checks before you agree to work being done.

    All professional competent businesses will make a site visit to discuss your needs and to agree what work is needed and what work will be carried out.

    Waste removal is a significant part of the work and the cost so make sure you understand exactly what to expect. Ask for a written quote detailing what has been discussed and agreed. Ask to see evidence of insurance and make sure you have full business details, name, address etc. before you agree to work. Seek recommendations from trusted family or friends.

    “Anyone needing tree work should do their homework”

    Roger Mapleson, Trading Standards and Licensing Lead said, “Good quality, safe tree work is not cheap but don’t be tempted by cold callers offering to do a quick, cheap job. At best you could end up with poor work and/or a mountain of debris to be cleared.

    “It’s always important to take great care when appointing contractor to do any kind of work but with tree work, the consequences of letting a cold caller, wielding a chainsaw, loose in your garden could be disastrous.

    “Anyone needing tree work should do their homework, get help from friends or family if you need to and make sure your contractor is competent and insured.”

    For more information see https://www.trees.org.uk/Help-Advice/Public/Choose-your-Tree-Surgeon

    If you do get a cold call from people offering to do tree work please report to Police on 101

    If you need consumer advice on tree work or any other consumer issue contact Citizens Advice Consumer Services 0808 223 1133 (1144 Welsh) or visit https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/wales/consumer/

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