Cost of vandalism at Bettws library
Posted on Thursday 24th January 2019
Bettws library
The cost of repairing smashed windows at Bettws library is costing Newport City Council more than £6,000 a year.
Anti social behaviour is being blamed for the constant attack on the building which has seen every window smashed and replaced several times.
Now the council is urging local residents to tell the police if they know who the culprits are.
Councillor Debbie Harvey, Newport City Council’s cabinet member for culture and leisure, said she was disappointed that anti social behaviour resulted in such damage.
“This is your library and a community facility which is used by local residents but it is also a target for vandals.
“At a time of austerity the council has to look at expenditures against a tight budget and the council can only commit to replacing smashed and damaged windows for so long.
“If anyone has information about this vandalism we would urge them to contact Crimestoppers,” said Cllr Harvey.
You can ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 anonymously or use the online form at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information