Caerphilly Observer
Member Sign in Manage Membership
Become a Member - no ads
Menu
  • News
    • Senedd
    • Business
    • Newport
    • Opinion
  • Sport
    • Rugby union
    • Football
  • Membership & Subscriptions
  • Notices
  • Obituaries
  • About
    • Advertise
  • Sponsored Content
Menu

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

Support quality, independent, local journalism…that matters

From just £1 a month you can help fund our work – and use our website without adverts. Become a member today

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.

‘Severe delays’ to disability rights reforms

Sign-up to our daily newsletter


Support quality, independent, local journalism…that matters

From just £1 a month you can help fund our work – and use our website without adverts.

Become a member today

CCBC

Latest News

  • The Green Party on the campaign trail in Casnewydd Islwyn (Lauren James pictured in the yellow jacket)
    Green Party candidate pledges change for voters ‘sick to back teeth’ of excusesFriday, May 1, 2026
  • Senedd stock image
    Senedd Members set for £3k pay rise after electionFriday, May 1, 2026
  • The Senedd has agreed to the UK Government's Levelling-Up and Regeneration Bill
    Devolved versus reserved powers: What does the Senedd actually control?Friday, May 1, 2026
  • Lib Dem candidate says Wales has ‘drifted’ and economy must be fixedFriday, May 1, 2026
  • Senedd stock image
    A guide to the minor parties standing in the Senedd electionThursday, April 30, 2026
  • Polling stations
    Senedd election 2026: Who are the independent candidates?Thursday, April 30, 2026

Find out how the communities of Caerphilly County Borough get their names

Caerphilly

Legal & Public Notices

  • Notice of application for a premises licence: Newbridge RFCWednesday, April 29, 2026
  • Notice of claim to land, TrethomasThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Caerphilly County Borough Council public noticesThursday, April 16, 2026
  • Planning notice for land south of Valley View, Cefn HengoedThursday, April 2, 2026
© 2009-2026 Caerphilly Media Ltd, Caerphilly Miners Centre for the Community Watford Road Caerphilly, CF83 1BJ. Incorporated in Wales No. 07604006.