We will carry out an investigation. This will involve checking our records, speaking with colleagues and partner agencies in order to determine the most appropriate course of action, guidance and/or support required.
How do I report an issue?
1. If there is a child or adult in immediate danger or a crime has been committed it’s really important you phone Police 999 2. You can report your concerns directly to your local authority safeguarding an adult or child team here Torfaen Tel: 01495 762200 Email: socialcarecalltorfaen@torfaen.gov.uk After 5pm and on weekends and bank holidays please contact the South East Wales Emergency Duty Team on 0800 328 4432 3. You can also alert us to your concerns by contacting a member of our Safeguarding Team Safeguarding@bronafon.org.uk
What is Safeguarding?
Safeguarding is a process of making sure children and adults who could be considered vulnerable or at risk are protected from being abused, neglected or exploited. People and organisations work together to tackle abuse and neglect. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we work closely with other agencies to promote people’s welfare and protect them from harm. Everyone […]
Alan Brunt announces his retirement as Bron Afon’s Chief Executive.
After more than eight years of dedicated service, Alan Brunt, Chief Executive at Bron Afon Community Housing, has announced his plans for retirement. He will step down at the end of January 2026.Alan has led Bron Afon since March 2017, guiding the organisation through a period of significant change across the communities it serves. Bron […]
What can I store in my garage?
Aswell as vehicles, Garages can be used for storage of personal items and belongings. Bron Afon cannot guarantee that the garage will be watertight, and you should get your own contents insurance, as we do not cover contents insurance in any of the garages.
How do I end my garage letting contract?
If you no longer want to let a garage from us, you will need to give us at least one month’s notice, in writing, confirming you want to stop letting from us. Please make sure that all of your belongings are removed from the garage so that it is clear (and if possible, send us […]
Bron Afon celebrates another beautiful community mural for Cwmbran
Bron Afon Community Housing has celebrated the second installation of two beautiful community murals in Cwmbran. The social landlord commissioned Stephanie Roberts, a Newport-based mosaic and visual artist, to create the artworks, which feature natural elements including flowers, birds, bees and water representing the Afon Llwyd. The first mural was designed by local school children and […]
Over 8,500 Trees and Shrubs Planted Across Torfaen by Bron Afon and Torfaen Council
“A lasting impact for our communities to enjoy for years to come”: Bron Afon and Torfaen Council plant more than 8,500 trees, saplings, whips and shrubs across Torfaen.” Our Tree team has been working with members of Torfaen Council’s Environment team to plant native trees and hedges in communities throughout Torfaen. It’s part of the […]
Geradline & Mail: “Our families are over the moon for us.”
“Our families are over the moon for us. They think it’s marvellous that we are together”: how Geraldine and Mal found true love in later life. They say it’s never too late to find true love – and that’s exactly what happened when Geraldine, 72 and Maldwyn (Mal), 74, got together with a little help […]
Nine brand-new, energy efficient homes at Michael Way in Pontypool
We are thrilled that customers have moved into their brand-new, energy-efficient homes at Michael Way in Pontypool. We worked with local firm, WK Plasterers, to build the seven one-bed and two two-bed flats, which took 17 months to complete. Funding of just over £1,3m for the project came via from the Welsh Government’s Social Housing […]