David James Commemorative Painting and Plaque Unveiling

A commemorative painting and plaque was unveiled last night in recognition of the late David James. The plaque was commissioned by the Morfa Tenants and Residents Association (MTRA) and was unveiled at Morfa Social Club, where it will be sited.

The plaque is in recognition of David James' tireless work for the local community and the people within it. The plaque reads:

David James

From 23/11/1936 to 30/4/2003

Affectionately known as "Dai"

Well loved councillor for the Morfa Ward

He served the Borough Council 1974 - 1995

Mayor of Llanelli 1995 to 1996 and

County Councillor 1996 - 2003

Thanks to his service to the Morfa

and Llanelli

The painting and plaque is held by Llanelli Mayor Hubert Hitchman and David James' widow Audrey James, accompanied by David and Audrey's daughter Laura Boulton.

Left to right: Artist David Griffiths, who created the painting and plaque; Hubert Hitchman; Ken Harries, who has been leading on this plaque; Audrey James; Laura Boulton; Councillor Linda Steadman.

Left to right: Jean Page, MTRA Excecutive Member; Laura Boulton; Ruth Edwards, Secretary of MTRA; Hubert Hitchman; Gerald Hughes, Chairman of MTRA; Terry Delaney, Treasurer of MTRA; Audrey James.