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WEBAfter claims a fireworks display in Trethomas was “hijacked” by BTM Community Council, councillors have apologised for their role in the controversy. Get the latest news and updates on Caerphilly and the county borough area from Caerphilly Observer . Also available as a free fortnightly newspaper.
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WEB1 day ago · Council’s bid to avoid recycling fines will come at a high price. Friday, September 20, 2024. Senior councillors in Caerphilly have backed plans to buy and set up a new waste depot, to tackle the county borough’s low recycling rates. 1.
Caerphilly Council backtracks on plans to scrap Meals Direct service
WEB1 day ago · A meals on wheels service in Caerphilly will not be scrapped, following an emotional campaign to save the “lifeline” scheme. Cabinet members met at Caerphilly County Borough Council’s headquarters today (Wednesday September 25) to decide the fate of Meals Direct. The cabinet has agreed to ask its …
MS calls on Welsh Government to address bank closure ‘crisis’
WEB20 hours ago · There have been calls to increase the amount of banking hubs in Caerphilly County Borough, which has seen numerous bank branches close in recent years. Delyth Jewell, Plaid Cymru Senedd Member for South Wales East, addressed the Welsh Parliament on Wednesday September 25, asking what more the Welsh Government can do to get banking hubs set-up ...
Caerphilly: Unison vows to fight council cuts to Llancaiach Fawr
WEB16 hours ago · Unison members at Caerphilly County Borough Council protest outside the council offices on September 24. Trade union body Unison has welcomed the council’s decision to keep the Meals Direct service, but condemned the ‘mothballing’ of Llancaiach Fawr. At a cabinet meeting on Wednesday September …
Blackwood councillor presented with OBE by The Princess Royal
WEB16 hours ago · Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge has been presented with his Order of the British Empire medal by The Princess Royal. Cllr Etheridge was awarded the gong in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours for services to local government. The independent member collected his medal on Tuesday September 25 at a Windsor Castle ceremony.
Machen author set to launch new book at Caerphilly Library
WEB1 day ago · Karl Phillips. Dr Karl Phillips recently launched his book, The Third Way. An author from Machen is set to talk about his newest book at Caerphilly Library next month. Dr Karl Phillips recently launched his book ‘The Third Way’, which is described as a ‘mind, body and soul book’ by the author. On his book, Dr Phillips said: “It’s a ...
Caerphilly 2035: How is the council’s masterplan progressing?
WEBThe Caerphilly Town 2035 transformation plan includes a bigger visitor centre for the famous castle, a new market, and a transport “interchange” to replace the existing bus and railway stations. Plaid Cymru has criticised the council’s handling of the project, claiming there should be “greater public participation” in the plans, and ...
Caerphilly Council's Cabinet Member for Housing Lisa Phipps …
WEBNov 9, 2021 · The Cabinet Member for Housing at Caerphilly County Borough Council has stepped down to focus on her family and ward residents. Councillor Lisa Phipps will remain a councillor and continue to represent the Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen ward, but will no longer be in the cabinet role. Cllr Phipps was first elected in September 2015, and has held ...
Caerphilly Castle: £5m revamp plans submitted by Cadw
WEBDec 14, 2021 · Plans for a £5m revamp of Caerphilly Castle, which would see the Great Hall given a makeover and a new visitor centre built within the castle walls, have been lodged by Cadw. The proposals, which were first announced in June this year, aim to turn the 13th century castle into a “world class heritage attraction”.