THE clock is ticking for Lampeter, Llandysul and Tregaron to claim investment funding by coming up with potential regeneration projects.

The towns are among six in mid Wales identified as regeneration zones by the Growing Mid Wales Partnership.

Outline proposals need to be sent to the partnership by 13 April to stand a chance of being considered for development and subsequent submission to Welsh Government as funding applications.

Llandysul county councillor Keith Evans described the move as “a significant opportunity” for the towns to progress ideas, projects and aspirations.

“But, of course – as always – the devil will be in the detail of exactly what type of projects can be funded,” he added.

“In Llandysul, I hope that it will help re-energise the town as it has endured significant losses of both public and private sector services over the last five years.

“We are a resolute community that are, and will continue the fight back to address the economic impact and decline that has hit us badly.

“We have an excellent tradition and reputation of doing things for ourselves in Llandysul and I look forward to working with the community to take this opportunity forward.

“The timelines are very tight so a lot of hard work lies ahead if we are to reap the benefits that can accrue from this exciting investment opportunity.”

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