Visitors to the heart of Ammanford are being given the chance to access the internet for free on their mobile phones.
Cutting edge Wi-Fi has been installed in Ammanford town centre by Antur Teifi in collaboration with Carmarthenshire County Council.
Digital technology and shopper behaviour is changing the nature of town centres with digital technology playing a greater part in the way we shop, do business and spend our leisure time. Six out of ten people (61 per cent) in the UK now use a mobile device to access the internet.
Residents, local businesses and visitors can use Wi-Fi to access emails, social media and the internet. Users can carry out business, stay informed and keep in touch with one another. iLocal (http://ilocal.carmarthenshire.gov.wales) can be used to find local amenities and services, and Discover Carmarthenshire (http://www.discovercarmarthenshire.com) highlights events and leisure activities across the county.
Council executive board member for regeneration and leisure Cllr Meryl Gravell said: “Ammanford’s three week Wi-Fi trial will create a positive tourist and visitor experience.
“There will be analysis of the Wi-Fi’s use and benefits to create a business case for future installations.”
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