MS wants 'clarity' on flats plans for asylum seekers

ABERCONWY'S MS has written to Conwy County Council's leader "seeking clarity" on asylum seekers being placed in Llandudno flats.

- By RICHARD EVANS Local Democracy Reporter

Conservative MS Janet Finch-Saunders has written to Conwy County Council and its leader Cllr Julie Fallon.

The move has led to a war of words between Reform and the Conservatives.

Amongst the questions raised by Mrs Finch-Saunders are how the decision was made, what consultation has taken place, and what support will be provided to the local community and the asylum seekers.

The letter has prompted the council to insist the accommodation will be for families.

The asylum seekers' accommodation will be provided by Home Office contractor Clear Springs Ready Homes, which intends to refurbish the flats on behalf of the landlord.

Funded by Home Office grants, Conwy's resettlement teams will then offer support to the asylum seekers.

In her letter to the council, Mrs Finch-Saunders said: "In recent days, I have been contacted by a number of residents and business owners in Llandudno who have expressed deep concern about the potential impact this could have on the town.