Amy Thomas, a regional lead advisor on the issue, said that “since Covid and the cost-of-living crisis we are seeing all classes of families impacted”.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Welsh Government faces calls to offer more support to “struggling” bus firms
Cllr Kevin Etheridge, who represents Blackwood, has urged ministers to provide “clarity” and timescales for post-pandemic support for buses.
Halifax to run weekly banking service at library
The firm closed down its branch in the town’s Castle Court Shopping Centre at the end of November, due to what it called falling customer demand.
Leisure centre consultation branded a ‘tick box exercise’
A public consultation on the future of Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre has been called into question, after it was branded “insanity” to keep the site open.
Explained: What is the Cardiff Capital Region?
Ten local authorities make up the Cardiff Capital Region (CCR), a partnership focused on regeneration, investment and transport infrastructure.
Labour’s police commissioner candidate to step down from council role if elected
Jane Mudd, who leads Newport City Council, has been selected as the Labour candidate for next year’s police and crime commissioner election.
‘Value for money’ questioned as council spends £2m on consultants
The council’s leader said the “short-term” hiring of consultants for “essential” projects had helped the council save money and avoid making redundancies.
Council backing for veterans impacted by former LGBTQ+ military ban
Councillors have pledged to support current and former LGBTQ+ members of the armed forces, who for years faced discrimination.
Long-serving councillor awarded for service to local government
Blackwood independent councillor Kevin Etheridge has been recognised by his peers for going “above and beyond” in his public service.
“Utter madness”: Opposition councillors slam plans for new transport interchange
Plaid Cymru representatives called the plans a waste of money, and said the new-look buildings weren’t in-keeping with the town’s heritage.