James Evans visited a community organisation in Builth Wells last week to hear about the exciting scheme that has been launched for the local community.

The Brecon and Radnorshire MS visited Builth Wells Community Support to hear first-hand the incredible work they do for people living in Builth Wells and surrounding areas.

Thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund, the organization was able to expand its community transport provision so that more isolated and vulnerable people can access this vital service, improving their health and wellbeing.

The £99,795 grant over three years will help fund salaries, vehicle lease and running costs.

Back in 2020, the community Support Service also received a £10,000 grant to provide support to elderly, vulnerable or self-isolating households, by delivering essential items and providing transport to medical appointments during the pandemic.

Eironwy Phillips, chair of Builth Wells Community Support, said: “It was a welcomed opportunity to speak with our MS today and to summarise the difficulties that we face in rural areas. We were able to showcase our latest project which is an electric accessible vehicle. This has enabled us to expand our transport services to an even wider population of Builth.”

James Evans MS said: “It was fantastic to visit Builth Wells Community Support and to hear about all the fantastic work they do locally.

“Groups such as this are vital in rural communities who rely on services such as these to help the isolated and vulnerable. I applaud their hard work and will always be just a phone call away.”

John Rose, Wales Director at The National Lottery Community Fund, said: “It’s incredibly rewarding to see the incredible work that Builth Wells Community Support offer their community and it has been wonderful to see how they have managed to adapt their services throughout the lockdown period.”