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- If you ride your off-road motor vehicle around Torfaen the chances are that you are breaking the law.
- If any services are disrupted due to the weather conditions we will update you here
- There are several areas in Torfaen classes as Sites of Special Scientific Interest and Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation. Like Local Nature Reserves these are protected sites.
- The Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen Local Nature Partnership aims to bring communities together to explore, discover and share nature on their doorstep, providing advice and support for action to benefit local wildlife
- Giant hogweed is an invasive plant that has become common in many areas across the UK. Chemicals in the sap react to sunlight and if it comes into contact with skin can cause effects ranging from a mild rash, blistering and scarring which may require hospital treatment.
- Grasslands and meadows are vital habitats for a wide variety of wildflowers and insects essential for pollination. Wildflowers and grasses also help remove carbon from the atmosphere, which is important in tackling climate change. Green spaces are also beneficial to local communities, providing areas for people to exercise, relax and enjoy nature.
- Wetlands are among the most diverse habitats in the UK – providing food and shelter for local wildlife, as well as migrating birds. They also provide opportunities for water sports, walking and other hobbies like bird watching. Our wetlands and waterways start in the hills where water is captured in bogs and marshes and flows into the Afon Lwyd through streams.
- Ty Glas y Dorlan has 6 flats available for permanent tenants on the top floor of the building. There are 4 one-bedroom flats and 2 two-bedroom flats with open plan living room and dining room, a wet room and adjoining bathroom.
- Ty Glas-y-Dorlan (The Kingfisher) in Thornhill Cwmbran is a multipurpose wellbeing hub where a warm, friendly welcome, will always be available for guests, tenants, the community, professionals, people visiting and the general public
- Children and young people accessing the play sessions experience the benefits of maintaining a routine, fostering social and communication skills, alongside a sense of happiness and security. These sessions offer a safe environment and opportunities for confidence-building and enjoyment, aiding children who struggle with routine changes
- Around a third of UK carbon emissions are produced by homes.Reducing your energy usage will reduce your carbon footprint and energy bills.
- Climate change is happening and is resulting in serious global challenges such as rising global temperatures, changing weather patterns, rising sea levels and increased extreme weather
Last Modified: 05/12/2018
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