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BRONLLYS: THE NEXT TEN YEARS (2020-2030)
5 ISSUES, ASPIRATIONS, OPPORTUNITIES & SUPPORT
5.1 Local Issues, Fears, Needs & Challenges
5.1.1 Young People
The migration of young people to areas and conurbations with employment and cheaper housing is a consistent problem. This is felt acutely in the Bronllys, Talgarth and Hay-on-Wye area, as demonstrated in the responses to BWBP’s recent public engagement event there. Examples include the lack of a Youth Centre, the needs of young carers, the absence of a Skate Park and almost no training, apprenticeship or employment opportunities.
5.1.2 Older People
The challenges of a growing population of people over 60 are experienced locally and are expected to get worse. Projections in the “One Powys Plan” suggest that those over 80 and living alone could rise to be 14% of the population by 2036. The community is concerned as to how it will cope, particularly in view of reduced transport and other facilities, and fears any diminution of service provision at Bronllys Community Hospital.
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