Nato summit: Celtic Manor boss says Wales must showcase itself – WBNews

The Nato summit in Newport is a “massive opportunity” for Wales’ economy, the director of the Celtic Manor resort has said. Simon Gibson, whose resort will stage the summit on Thursday, said there could be “lucrative benefits if Wales showcases itself correctly”. Writing in a report by Barclays Bank, he said “every hotel between Swansea and Swindon” will be fully-booked. It comes as armed police are on duty in south Wales as security is stepped up. Long after the delegates have left, Newport will be known globally as a significant cityBob Bright, Newport City Council Armed officers have started patrols in Cardiff, where a a metal security fence has been erected around the castle, ahead of planned events in the capital. South Wales Police has urged residents not to be concerned if they see helicopters travelling together and landing at the Celtic Manor, Cardiff Castle, or other locations as part of its planned security operation. A spokesman said: “They are essential to test our procedures alongside our mutual aid policing colleagues and partners from the military.” Referring to the presence of armed police, a Nato summit spokesperson said: “There is no specific threat to south Wales at this time – these measures are simply a response to the increased security threat across the UK.” Newport’s summit will see 61 world leaders, including US president Barack Obama, in the city. Warship arrives Image copyright BBC news grab The first warship has arrived in Cardiff for the Nato summit. The Latvian minehunter…more detail