Edward Gilbertson, 68, set up the group – which met at Pontypridd Museum on July 17 – to help those whose lives are affected by the deadly material A former firefighter from Taffs Well has launched a new support group in Pontypridd to help people whose lives have been affected by asbestos. Edward Gilbertson, 68, has set up the group to give anyone diagnosed with an asbestos-related lung condition, or anyone concerned about past exposure to asbestos, the opportunity to share experiences and information.