BUSINESSES and shops in Rhuddlan have benefitted from new awnings.

The initiative was started under last years mayor, cllr Arwel Roberts who is “very pleased to see the excellent work carried out by Lloyd Sign Solutions which brighten the high street.”

The Town Council worked alongside Denbighshire County Council and the Welsh Government to secure a grant to install the coverings.

County Cllr Arwel Roberts, county cllr Ann Davies and Rhuddlan mayor, cllr Mike Elgin

County Cllr Arwel Roberts, county cllr Ann Davies and Rhuddlan mayor, cllr Mike Elgin

Phase One is almost complete with 10 shops benefitting from the scheme which was partly funded by Rhuddlan Town Council.

A spokesperson from the council said: "These awnings enhance the appearance of the shops an also provide shelter to people waiting to enter shops in this Covid world.

"Phase Two is underway and grant applications have been submitted to do a further 10 shops."

See www.rhuddlantowncouncil.gov.uk