PUBLIC DRINKING: It would appear that the problem of youngsters drinking alcohol in public places is not entirely over. A gentleman of my acquaintance informed me that some young men were seen drinking on a grassy patch just off Drinkwater Gardens.

They were not behaving badly but nonetheless were consuming alcohol.

When asked to leave they duly departed, even so it would be a great pity if the hard work of the forces of law and order were ignored by these young people. I wonder where they get their money for the alcohol and, also, where do they purchase it?

YOUTH LEADER CAROLYN BEDDIS: The youngsters of the Gaer are lucky in having yet another dedicated youth worker in the area.

GAER COMMUNITY NETWORK - BRICKS 4 BOYS: The Gaer Community Network is keen to support residents of the Gaer to re-engage in employment, education and training. The youth development worker, along with the sports and activities worker from Gaer Community Network, has recently developed a project aimed to support young people, some of whom have been engaged in criminal behaviour, in gaining entry into employment or training.

Working in partnership with Youth Construction Trust, Bricks 4 Boys, enables young people to gain basic skills within the construction industry.

Young people have learnt skills such as plastering, bricklaying and tiling. This week they are undertaking carpentry skills and are building a bench to be placed within the community.

On completion of the programme the young people will be able to gain their CSCS card and feel confident to secure employment within the construction industry.

The project is proving to be a success with two young people already securing employment in construction. A big well done to them!

This programme is coming to an end. However, there is another one planned for late September. If anyone is interested in attending or would like more information, please feel free to contact Carolyn Beddis 0797450384; Angharad Griffiths (sports and activities worker) 07967684223.