Gwenda Thomas AM today expressed her concerns over the loss of Neath Guardian’s local editor and office due to a range of cuts instigated by Trinity Mirror, the paper’s owners.

“ I have written to the Chief Executive of Trinity Mirror registering my opposition to the closure of the office and the amalgamation with the Glamorgan Gazette and the Port Talbot Guardian. This will be a great loss to the members of the community which rely on this publication for local news,” stated Gwenda Thomas.

“I know that the editor, reporters and staff have worked hard to build up a rapport with the people and businesses in Neath, as well as myself and other political representatives, and feel that the loss of our local office will damage the fluidity of reporting and interaction required to produce a quality, topical, local paper.”

“I have asked for their comments on this strategy, as a matter of urgency,” said Mrs. Thomas.