Protest over changes to school catchment areas

Local MP for Pontypridd, Owen Smith, says he recognises that Rhondda Cynon Taf council has a difficult problem when it comes to dealing with catchment areas. The council says it's in a consultation period over the issue and welcomes all views.

Around 300 people have held a protest in Pontyclun today about proposed changes to school catchment areas, which could see pupils attending a different school.

At the moment, pupils in Llantrisant go to Y Pant Comprehensive, but under plans being considered by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, pupils from Llantrisant and Penygawsi primary schools would be moved to Bryncelynnog in the future.

Parents say they're not happy at the idea, due to the distances involved to get to the school.

A spokesman for RCT Council say they're in the process of a consultation, and will take all views on board.