Llanelli residents to protest over ex-offenders' hostelResidents are to protest in Llanelli on Sunday over plans for an ex-offenders' hostel in the Carmarthenshire town.
The vacant St Elli nursing home on Queen Victoria Road has been earmarked for the hostel, which would house between 12 and 18 prison leavers.
About 200 people attended a public meeting on Wednesday, many angered that no planning permission is needed.
Swansea-based charity Caer Las, which is behind the project, said it would listen to residents' concerns.
"Sant Elli is by no means a certain location for this project, being only one of a number of properties that we are currently exploring," said Andrew Templeton, head of human resources at Caer Las.
"At Caer Las, we take the concerns of the communities where any of our projects are situated, or may potentially be situated, very seriously.
"Once the final location has been identified, we will consult widely with the local community, listen to their concerns and address any issues they may have."
Mr Templeton said the creation of a hostel had been identified as a priority for the local authority and the probation service.
It is aimed to help ex-offenders turn their lives around after leaving prison.
He added: "We have a strong and proven track record of safely housing and supporting people whose lives are affected by poverty, social exclusion and involvement in the criminal justice system."
The protest is due to be held at 1500 BST.source http://www.bbc.co.uk
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