MEETINGS for people living with disabilities to discuss health and well-being, including mental health, will be hosted by Monmouthshire County Council (MCC).

The Access for All forum will gather in County Hall, Usk on Wednesday 20th May from 11am to 1pm and will be streamed live via YouTube to allow those unable to attend to play a part.

Organised by the council and local equalities organisation, SEWREC, which runs a project called Monmouthshire Voices, the forum offers a chance for people with disabilities to influence services, policies and decisions that affect them.  Councillor Phil Hobson, cabinet member with responsibility for equalities, will chair the meeting.

Pennie Walker of Monmouthshire Voices said: "This will be our third Access for All forum and I am hoping it will be as successful as the previous two.  We will welcome representatives from the mental health team and social services departments of MCC, as well as the Aneurin Bevan Health Board.

"It is a wonderful opportunity for people to discuss issues and gather information.  I am so pleased to see how well it is being supported."

People who require transport should contact Pennie by Monday 11th May.  Pennie can also supply further details about the Access for All Forum. For more information, email:[email protected]">[email protected]s or telephone 07949 040538.