Aberystwyth town plans go on show

A major project outlining the shape of Aberystwyth for the next 20 years is being unveiled.

The masterplan study is looking at the town's transport and housing needs in the wake of future economic growth.

It will also provide solutions to traffic problems, information about a relief road scheme, improvements to the A44 trunk road and pedestrianisation.

An exhibition showing the proposals is being held at the Morlan Centre in the town.

Ceredigion Council and the Welsh Assembly Government jointly commissioned landscape architects LDA Design to carry out the study.

The council and assembly government say they believe Aberystwyth is on the threshold of extensive economic growth, which places new challenges and opportunities for the regeneration of the town.

Major projects such as the new assembly government and county council offices at Parc-y-Llyn in the town have already been announced.

Meanwhile, work has just started on a new livestock market on the outskirts of the seaside town.