RESIDENTS in the Blackwood area are being asked to have their say on proposals for a new memorial in the town.

Caerphilly county borough wants to know what people think of its plan to site a new memorial next to Gibbons Plant Hire in Blackwood.

The existing memorial would remain at Pentwyn Road, but the name-plate would be transferred to the new site.

The local branch of the British Legion have requested the council put a memorial in a more central location with easier access.

Cabinet member and Blackwood councillor Darren Jones said: "We appreciate how important war memorials are within the community and how their relocation can be a sensitive issue. Therefore, we want to encourage as many local people as possible to have their say about these proposals."

For more information on the plans contact Graham Brill on 01495 235397.