Dyserth Community Council

Tribute to Councillor Margaret Williams:

Councillor Margaret Williams had been a Dyserth Councillor for over four decades, her dedication and commitment to the Community of Dyserth was unparalleled. Margaret was admired for both her Council work and voluntary activities within the community, in particular, to the Dyserth Waterfall Committee and the NSPCC Charity shop. Margaret never wished for any recognition and stood for what she believed in and was admired for her honest opinions; she always had time and went out of her way to be helpful to anyone. Margaret’s knowledge of the community will be sadly missed.

Councillor Anne Rogers (Chair of Dyserth Community Council) on behalf of the Council and residents, expressed sincere condolence to Margaret’s family and friends on this sad occasion.

Reported Criminal Offences in Dyserth:

The following criminal offences have been reported to the North Wales Police; that have occurred within the Dyserth Community Council area: 1 x Burglary / 1 x Bicycle theft / 2 x Other crime / 5 x Violence and sexual offences

Parking Concerns in Dyserth:

The Community Council receive many complaints together with photographs of vehicles who park in an inconsiderate and illegal way in Dyserth, especially at the entrance to Ysgol Hiraddug Primary School. The Council have seeked from the North Wales Police a copy of their strategy policy to alleviate inconsiderate parking. To date, there has been no reply from the Police.

Council Annual Report:

The Dyserth Community Council have published their annual report for year ending March 2025. The report is available from the Clerk and is displayed on the Council’s web site and is published under the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021 (Section 52). The report includes the following information: Council and Councillors, report on the Council’s objectives - 2024 / 2025 and the objectives for 2025 / 2026, together with various financial details.

Concerns Discussed With County Councillor David Williams:

Condition of a retaining wall in area of Lower Foel Road. The wall has collapsed alongside the roadway – together with bulging stones that appear to be dangerous. The County have been requested to inspect.

Planning Applications:

No planning applications have been received from Denbighshire Planning

Planning Decisions:

The following planning decision has been notified by Denbighshire County Planning: Application Reference number: 42/2024/1553 – for Outline Planning Permission for Development of 0.07 ha of land by the erection of 1 no. dwelling (outline applicationall matters reserved), at Bod Erw, Hiraddug Road, Dyserth. Withdrawn.

Planning Decisions:

The following planning decision has been notified by Denbighshire County Planning: Application Reference number: 42/2024/1553 – for Outline Planning Permission for Development of 0.07 ha of land by the erection of 1 no. dwelling (outline applicationall matters reserved), at Bod Erw, Hiraddug Road, Dyserth. Withdrawn.

Bench Refurbishment:

The Community Council are extremely grateful to Nicola – Manager at The Spar Stores in Dyserth for arranging the refurbishment of a bench seat, as part of their volunteering in the community.

The bench seat was refurbished by Kelly and Bobby who work at the Spar together with Joe who is one of Kelly’s children.

Applications for Financial Support and Donations:

The Community Council have provided the following financial assistance: £250.00Dyserth Bowling Club (Annual grant) / £300.00 - Dyserth Tuesday Morning Club (Annual grant)

R. Phillip Parry, Clerk & Financial Officer to Dyserth Community Council

Tel: 01352 720547

E-mail: clerk@dyserthcouncil.wales

Web Site: www.dyserthcouncil.wales