Schools in Caerphilly County Borough will be told to beef up physical security around their sites rather than rely on CCTV as a deterrent.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
‘Newport born and bred’ councillor says mayoral nomination is ‘great honour’
The Labour representative has represented the Alway ward since 2012, and has spent many more years campaigning tirelessly for people on low incomes.
Next stage of community boundary review under way
An initial round of consultation was held late last year and gave Newport residents and community councils a first opportunity to suggest potential changes.
Plans unveiled for new waste centre aimed at boosting low recycling rates
Caerphilly Council has set out initial proposals for a new waste centre it hopes will modernise its recycling service and help it meet national targets.
Concern over borough schools’ budget pressures
Schools across Caerphilly County Borough will be expected to reduce their budgets by between £11,000 and £60,000 on average next year.
Council to weigh up proposal for HMO conversion
New plans submitted by applicant Oliver Dean set out proposals for “minor internal alterations” at 98 Queen’s Road.
Green light for nine new flats in former pub
A former pub in Cefn Hengoed can be converted into new homes, council planners have agreed.
Office proposal for town’s former GP surgery
The North Celynen Medical Centre closed its branch on Ashfield Road late last year and moved services into its main centre, in Crumlin.
Share of £1.5m for community groups that ‘make a real impact’
The UK Government’s Pride in Place Impact Fund will support a wide range of recipients ranging from rugby and tennis clubs to churches and wellbeing groups.
Schools’ private finance deal has cost council £91m to date
As part of the deal, the council agreed a 30-year contract for maintenance, catering and cleaning at the two sites, which was due to run until 2032.