P-06-1337 Sycharth, the home of Owain Glyndŵr, should be bought to safeguard the site for future generations

This petition was submitted by Elfed Wyn ap Elwyn, having collected a total of 10,539 signatures.

Text of Petition:                    

History is such a key subject for us here in Wales. Stories from our nation show us how we have developed over the centuries to become what we are today. Notable characters have steered this interesting history, with none more prominent than Owain Glyndŵr, who has contributed so much to our identity, and for many, he is a symbol of the nation. It is very disheartening to see that Sycharth, Glyndŵr's home, is almost forgotten deep in the heart of rural Powys, and the place is not very accessible for people to visit.

Additional Information:

It is time for the Government to ensure that this vital site is safeguarded for the next generation, by purchasing it and ensuring that it is more accessible to enable people to visit and appreciate this wonderful site.

It is disappointing to see that all our castles throughout Wales are protected, but that this site is hardly advertised, not to mention celebrated.

It’s time to change the way we view the history of Wales, and Sycharth would be a good starting point.

Status

This petition was considered completed by the Petitions Committee at its meeting on 27/11/2023.

The Committee considered the petition and expressed their disappointment in the response from Powys County Council to the Committee’s letter requesting directional signage to the site. Members concluded however that there was nothing further the Committee could do and agreed to thank the petitioner for submitting the petitioner and close the petition.

In closing the petition the Committee also agreed that it would write back to Powys County Council to express their disappointment and frustration at the response received.

Full details of the consideration of this petition by the Committee and related documents can be seen on the Meetings tab above.

It was first considered by the Petitions Committee on 05/06/2023.

Senedd Constituency and Region

• Dwyfor Meirionnydd
• Mid and West Wales

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