Council wants to stop bee hives and artificial grass being installed on its land

MEMBERS of Neath Port Talbot Council have agreed on proposals to prevent the installation of artificial grass and honeybee hives on council-controlled land in the future.

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The move came at a recent council cabinet meeting, where members heard about the two new policies which were designed to address "current issues that cause a threat to nature".

They were approved in line with the local authorities Biodiversity Duty Plan, with the installations to be stopped in order to prevent damage to local biodiversity across the borough.

Officers said when it came to artificial grass, while it was appealing because of its appearance and lower maintenance needs, it also posed "significant environmental and health risks" and contribution to plastic pollution.