Natural Resources Wales (NRW) will begin repairs to the Glasbury flood defence wall today (Monday) following essential work to protect nearby homes.

The repairs come after a willow tree was removed earlier this year when engineers found it had weakened the structure and increased the risk of flooding.

The latest work will restore the integrity of the flood defence wall and help ensure it continues to reduce the risk to properties in the village.

The repairs are expected to be completed by the end of the week, subject to weather and site conditions.

Traffic disruption will be kept to a minimum, with just two lorries accessing the site. The main works will take place away from the main road.

Ryan Griffiths, Senior Engineer at NRW, said: “These repairs are an important step in ensuring the flood defence continues to provide protection for the Glasbury community for years to come.

“Following the successful removal of the willow tree earlier this year, we can now carry out the necessary repairs to the wall and its foundations.

“We appreciate the patience and understanding of local residents while these works are carried out and we will complete them as quickly as possible.”

The flood wall and its foundations will first be exposed to allow the repair work to take place.

Imported clay will then be compacted around the wall and foundations to create an impermeable layer, helping to prevent water passing through the structure and improving its long-term resilience.

Once the repairs are complete, topsoil will be replaced and the area re-seeded to restore grass cover. The access road to the site will also be improved and resurfaced as part of the project.

NRW said the work was part of its wider programme to maintain flood defences and reduce the risk of flooding across Wales.