Carwyn unveils Llanelli 'Works' project
A £14.6m cultural and creative centre to include a new 500-seat theatre is to be developed in Carmarthenshire, creating 35 jobs, First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones announced. The Works in Llanelli town centre will provide entertainment, arts, culture, employment and skills opportunities for people across the region. The major capital scheme will involve a new-build cultural and creative centre and the renovation of two Grade II listed buildings - Zion Chapel and the neighbouring Old School. It is anticipated that when complete, it will attract over 50,000 visitors and play a major role in community life. Led by Carmarthenshire County Council, it is backed with £5.1million from the EU’s European Regional Development Fund and £5.1million Targeted Match Funding through the Welsh Assembly Government. The remainder is coming from the county council and key partners. First Minister of Wales Carwyn Jones said: “The Works will play a major role in the regeneration of Llanelli and the wider S...