A veterans' event has been praised for bringing together support organisations under one roof.
The drop-in, held in Caernarfon at the Porthi Dre centre, was organised by local MP Liz Saville Roberts and took place earlier this week.
It offered former members of the armed forces the chance to access expert advice, practical assistance, and social opportunities with fellow veterans.
Representatives from several support charities attended the event including Help for Heroes, SSAFA, Citizens Advice, Blind Veterans UK, Alabare, the Caernarfon Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum, the Royal Navy, and Woody’s Lodge.
They provided guidance on welfare support, wellbeing resources, financial advice, and community activities.
Ms Saville Roberts said: "In north‑west Wales, we owe a lasting debt to the men and women who have served in the armed forces.
"Too often, Veterans in Gwynedd and the north‑west are left to navigate a patchwork of support services on their own.
"There is clear value in exploring how existing services could work more closely together, making it easier for Veterans to access help and advice in one place.
"Bringing together organisations under one roof made a real difference.
"I thank every group who attended for the work they do every single day in supporting members of the Veterans community.
"The enthusiasm shown at the event proves there is a real appetite for ongoing support events.
"I am committed to working with partner groups to ensure that Caernarfon remains a place where Veterans can find friendship, advice, and a warm welcome.
"The feedback we’ve had has been positive.
"Many Veterans told us that being able to speak face‑to‑face with support providers made a huge difference.
"That is exactly why events like this matter.
"I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the team at Porthi Dre for their hospitality.
"Their warmth and commitment to our community created the perfect environment for the event."
Councillor Ioan Thomas, Gwynedd Council’s Armed Forces Community Contact, was among those in attendance.
He was joined by other councillors and Barry Phillips, organiser of the Veterans Breakfast Club held every Saturday at the Black Boy Inn in Caernarfon.
A second Veterans Breakfast Club has now been launched.
It will take place every third Monday of the month at 9.30am at Porthi Dre.
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