Op Adriatic launches for 2026 to keep Aberavon free of ASB
09:15 29/05/2026This month marked the launch of this year’s Operation Adriatic, which addresses issues of anti-social behaviour on Aberavon Seafront.
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This month marked the launch of this year’s Operation Adriatic, which addresses issues of anti-social behaviour on Aberavon Seafront.
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