A SAFE zone scheme in four Ceredigion towns is to be extended for another three weeks, council bosses have confirmed.

Safe Zones have been in place in Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, New Quay and Cardigan for the past three weeks, banning cars from town centres.

 

The purpose of the Safe Zone is to create a space where people can walk around safely and confidently and are able to enjoy what our towns have to offer.

 

Ceredigion Council says the four towns have been busy with the population of Ceredigion doubling with visitors coinciding with the start of the school holidays.

The safe zones have provided space to ensure that social distancing can be maintained in these towns.

A Ceredigion Council spokesperson said: “The first 21 days of these four safe zones have been extended a further 21 days from midnight, 2 August. Consideration is being given to extending these safe zones further.

 

“Safe zones in other towns within the county are being looked into on a smaller scale.

 

“We thank the residents of Ceredigion for adhering to regulations and for keeping the number of cases of the coronavirus comparatively low.

 

“We thank all those who have been in touch with their views and comments on the safe zones. Following feedback, some changes have been made where appropriate.”

 

Those adaptations include:

 

·         Barriers removed outside Victoria Terrace, Aberystwyth and along a part of the prom. There is now parking available in this area.

·         Removal of through traffic restrictions in the vicinity of Castle Street and St. James’ Place, Aberystwyth

·         Provision of additional disabled parking spaces in the locations identified on the maps

·         Construction works to widen footways at Aberaeron

  

Keep Ceredigion Safe. Further information regarding the Safe Zones are available on the Council’s website: www.ceredigion.gov.uk/safezones