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Disruption warning on Carmarthenshire services

Carmarthenshire residents are being warned to expect disruption to a range of public sector services as a result of strike action on Wednesday, November 30. Whilst critical council services will be maintained, including domiciliary and residential care, it is anticipated that a number of other services may be affected. Carmarthenshire County Council has been notified that many schools will be closed, as will all council offices, community centres, and other council buildings. The following libraries will be open as normal: Llandovery, Llandeilo, Brynaman, Pontyberem, Trimsaran, Llangennech, Newcastle Emlyn, Ysgol y Bedol library, Kidwelly and Cross Hands. Leisure venues will also face disruption, with the exception of Burry Port Harbour and the Millennium Coastal Park. Visitors are being encouraged to check with their local venue before making any special journeys. There will be no refuse or recycling collections on Wednesday. Residents who would usually have their waste and recycling...

Public sector strike: Welsh authorities' plans take shape

BBC News - Public sector strike: Welsh authorities' disruption plans take shape Councils in Wales are preparing for major disruption to schools and services when public sector workers strike on Wednesday. Strikes are expected as part of UK-wide industrial action over proposed changes to public sector pensions. Union members will be at pickets across the country on Wednesday, with major marches and rallies being held in Cardiff, Carmarthen, Aberystwyth.