A monument made from firearms and knives is on display in Holyhead for the first time.
The sculpture, in the shape of a bee, was made from guns and blades seized by Greater Manchester Police.
It was created at the British Ironwork Centre, just outside Oswestry, in 2020, and is designed to represent Manchester's stance against violence.
It was inspired by the city's worker bee and is intended to be a symbol of unity and strength.
The bee has been touring the UK.
Its latest stop is in Holyhead, Anglesey, where it will be on display until December 16.
It was collected from the British Ironwork Centre by Debbie Parry and Shabeer Ghani, two members of Holyhead Town Council, and will be unveiled at the town council's Nights of Light event, which runs from December 13 to 15.
Clive Knowles, chairman of the British Ironwork Centre, said: "We are so proud to be of use and be involved in this national effort to resist and educate against violent behaviour."
The bee follows the Knife Angel monument, also created by the British Ironwork Centre, and is designed to provoke conversations about the dangers of carrying weapons.
The Manchester Bee travels to cities across the UK to address the risks associated with carrying and using firearms and knives, while also serving as a gathering point for families affected by violent crime.
Its purpose is to inform and highlight issues related to violence and aggression in communities throughout the UK.
The bee sculpture is designed to be easily transported between communities and is available to host for nationally recognised groups, including police constabularies, community organizations, social services, and education providers.
Hosting the sculpture is free of charge, aiming to promote anti-violence education and support individuals affected by violence.
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