Swansea’s new Lord Mayor Mair Gibbs has talked passionately about her plans to help the city’s young people during her year of office. 

That aim is reflected in the choice of charities she will promote over the next 12 months. 

“My year as Lord Mayor will be all about helping our young people, tomorrow’s generation,” she told guests at an inauguration ceremony in the Brangwyn Hall. 

“I intend to support our local branch of Cardiac Risk in the Young.  The money will help to purchase equipment relating to heart treatment for young people. 

“I also intend to set up a trust fund to raise funds for groups and organisations who work with young people with special needs.” 

She added: “I have served the Bonymaen ward as a councillor for 20 years and, at last, I have achieved the greatest honour of all. 

“I will now have the opportunity to promote and help our wonderful city.” 

Councillor Gibbs was handed the chain of office by outgoing Lord Mayor Margaret Smith, watched by many guests.  During her term of office her consort will be her husband of 51 years, Geoffrey.  Council leader Chris Holey was elected her deputy.