Pontypridd beggars

[J R Hartley]

There are a few in Merthyr who are not homeless and are begging.

Not right at all but is probably a reflection of our society where people can do what they want in a free market and it does display some entrepreneurial spirit.

I used to give this guy outside Aldi a few bob but one day I didn't have any change so I asked him if he wanted something to eat or drink. He said no thanks he wasnt hungry, however could he make a call on my phone.

I let him use my phone and he rang his dealer the cheeky ****er

I since found out he is not homeless he has a place in Pentrebach. His old man, who is well off, and has sent him to rehab several times with no success, fills his cupboards up every week for him.

I felt duped somewhat and I haven't given him a penny since.