5/7/2001

Police in North Wales have teamed up with the Countryside Council for Wales to patrol two beaches used by nudists.

“We have received an increasing number of complaints from the local community about offences being committed on the beach especially in areas used by nudists," explained PC Dewi Wynne, of Barmouth Police Station.

The new plan will involve a police vehicle, partly funded by the Countrside Council for Wales, patrolling Morfa Harlech and Morfa Dyffryn to deal with any incidents that take place on the beach.

Since Gwynedd County Council designated some areas especially for nudists the number of complaints has dropped.

More than 100,000 people visit Morfa Dyffryn and Morfa Harlech each year, and local economic prosperity is closely linked with tourism.

Morfa Harlech is considered one of the most important actively growing dune system in Britain. The plants, including wild thyme, wild pansy and a wide variety of orchids add diversity and colour. Carpets of marsh helleborine, orchids and lady's bedstraw cover the older dunes.

Inspector Meirion Ellis of North Wales Police said: "Beaches can get very busy during the summer months. Some prefer to come and sunbathe, others prefer to visit the beach for its nature and beauty.

“We as a force will be working closely with the Countryside Council for Wales to ensure that everyone can enjoy the beaches, and every step will be taken to ensure that law and order will be maintained."

Source:	Countryside Council for Wales
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