Concerns over homeless shelter opening delays

Caerphilly: The new night shelter for rough-sleepers in Caerphilly is still not open, and folks are getting worried. Cllr Nigel Dix, who represents Blackwood, has been vocal about the delays. He pointed out that plans for the shelter have been in the works for months, yet it remains unavailable, especially during this cold snap.

With temperatures dropping below freezing, Cllr Dix emphasized the need for a safe place with hot meals. He’s concerned that someone might end up in serious trouble if this keeps up. He hopes the council will take a hard look at why the shelter isn’t ready and make sure it happens in the future.

A council spokesperson mentioned that this winter marks the first time they’re trying out their own night shelter. Unfortunately, they’ve run into some unexpected delays. Issues like building checks and security measures have held things up. They assured that the shelter will open as soon as everything is sorted out and safe for everyone.

Once it’s up and running, the shelter will help those who can’t access emergency housing. They’ll be taking referrals only, and more details will come out once they have a launch date. It’s a tough situation, and everyone’s hoping for a quick resolution.