I AM writing with regard to your recent article about the opening of a new build Welsh medium nursery school in Cwmbrân.

This development is most welcome and I congratulate the council on its recognition that demand for a Welsh medium education continues to grow a pace in Torfaen. This growth in demand is because more and more English speaking parents recognise that a Welsh medium education offers their children the best start in life, increasing earning potential and job opportunities; as has been stated by the Welsh Government.

Every parent in Torfaen has the right to demand a Welsh medium education for their child no matter where they live.

Hopefully even more parents will realise the advantages this brings. and grasp the opportunity for their children to begin their bilingual journey.

Glyn Davies, Parklands, Old Penygarn, Pontypool