Caerleon residents speak out over 'open hostility' towards homelessness
THE extension of a homeless hostel at Caerleon's Roman Lodge, caused angry reaction on social media, so we took to the streets to get people's views.
After the Argus reported the plans last week, Facebook’s Open Caerleon page contained strident opinion about improvements at the hostel, which has been granted by Newport Council.
The Argus therefore went out to gauge Caerleon opinion on the town’s openness, its tolerance to the homeless and whether those who opposed the hostel would speak openly.
Those agreeing with some of the strong opinions shared online would not go on record. Whereas those being more supportive were more........
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