Out and about in Abergavenny

Police and Crime Commissioner Jane Mudd joined representatives from Abergavenny Town Council for a walkabout in the town centre this week.

The Commissioner was invited by town councillors to discuss recent community tensions and other concerns raised by residents, including fly tipping and problem parking.

In addition to meeting local councillors, the Commissioner spoke with residents and received an update from representatives of Keep Abergavenny Tidy on the work the volunteer group is doing to tackle litter in the area.

Jane Mudd said: “We have seen some recent tensions in Abergavenny and I felt it was important to get out into the town, speak with residents and elected representatives, and understand how this is affecting our communities.

“As well as addressing immediate concerns, I am committed to working collaboratively with our communities to build greater understanding, trust, and unity. By continuing to listen, engage, and act on the concerns of residents, we aim to build stronger, more resilient communities where diversity is celebrated and everyone has a voice.

“The meeting was also an opportunity to discuss wider policing issues in the town. Abergavenny currently benefiting from additional resources through the UK Government’s Safer Streets Summer Initiative, and it was encouraging to hear how that is already making a difference locally.”