The people of Ammanford have voiced their opinions on what is missing from Ammanford.

Several weeks ago, the South Wales Guardian asked our Facebook followers what they thought was missing from the town.

Many residents felt that it was not in as good a place as it could be, with Katherine Morris saying, “Ammanford has been and could once more be a lovely little town."

Nick Francis called Ammanford “the epitome of wasted potential.”

The town’s people still take pride in their native land however.

Sammy Davies reponded to the question by saying “There’s plenty missing from Ammanford – but I love it nonetheless.”

A lot of the main concerns from people in the town were related to shopping locally, supporting local businesses and parking.

Sara O’Shea said one of her concerns was a lack of variety of shops, saying: “There seems to be loads of bargain stores, second-hand shops, hairdressers/barbers and similarly bakery/coffee shops.

Ria O’Sullivan added to this by saying: “Ammanford has had loads of new businesses open but unfortunately no one knows because there is nowhere to advertise for small businesses.”

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Another concern about shopping locally appeared to be parking, as Zoe Edwards said: “Free parking makes a big difference in people shopping locally.”

Teresa Hopper said: “I have not shopped in Ammanford for about four years. I would love to support the shops there, but I refuse to pay for parking.

“Now I buy everything from Tesco or Cross Hands.”

Many raised concerns about the young people of Ammanford, and the lack of facilities for teenagers.

Andrew Ted Williams said what was needed in Ammanford was “investment into getting youngsters involved in outdoor activities that gets them making decisions into the environment they live in. Empowering them and creating ownership. All ages working together.”

Andrea Davies added that facilities could include “go carts, quad bikes, bike tracks, skateboard area. There are parks for the little ones, but nothing for teens.”