"Penarth"
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www.newsnow.co.ukPenarth town appeared at a £20 million sheltered homes scheme to deliver a new extra-care facility for older people, with 70 affordable flats and on-site care. Work was due to start in summer 2024 and expected to take around two years. The scheme is a joint effort by Vale of Glamorgan Council and Wales & West Housing, leveraging land lease to WWH and funding from the Housing with Care Fund plus Welsh Government's Social Housing Grant. Nearby developments improving highway access and planned 32 affordable independent homes on adjoining land. This represents a significant step in helping to address concerns for Penarth. Further updates are expected as work proceeds.