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Councillor buys wheelchair to loan to residents in need

News | Richard Gurner | Published: 12:31, Monday January 13th, 2025.
Last updated: 12:31, Monday January 13th, 2025

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Cllr Lindsay Whittle, Plaid Cymru councillor for the Penyrheol ward
Cllr Lindsay Whittle, Plaid Cymru group leader and councillor for the Penyrheol, Trecenydd, and Energlyn ward

Plaid Cymru councillor Lindsay Whittle has bought a second-hand wheelchair and is offering to loan it out to residents.

Penyrheol, Trecenydd, and Energlyn councillor Whittle said: “I’m sometimes asked by constituents if I have a wheelchair they can borrow on a temporary basis, perhaps a day or a week. Because of the requests, I went to a recycling centre and bought one.

“So I’m planning to offer it to anyone in need at no charge. All I ask is for a £20 deposit which will be given back on return of the wheelchair.”

The Plaid Cymru group leader continued: “Buying a wheelchair for a temporary period can be expensive so I thought I would help out.

“Since I mentioned to other colleagues they have contacted me offering other items, such as a wheelchair for adults and for a child, a zimmer frame, even toilet seats.”

“If anyone local would like to loan an item please contact me on 07792 376403,” added Cllr Whittle.

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