THE EXTRAORDINARY meeting of Torfaen council, to consider the application for opencast mining at Varteg Hill will be broadcast live at the Millennium Hall, Garndiffaith.

This will enable members of communities most affected to watch and listen to the debate.

Members of the public who have objected to the application in writing are welcome to speak at the start of the meeting. They need to register that intention with Rosalyn Gwynn on 01495 766057 For more information and to see the agenda visit torfaen.gov.uk.

The meeting takes place on January 18 at 2pm