A club in Trethomas could have its hours cut following a series of complaints about noise, loitering, and alleged urination and drug use outside the premises.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Quarry extension approved after locals complain of ‘endless nightmare’
Quarrying operations at a Gelligaer farm can continue for an extended period despite locals’ complaints about the site’s “relentless” impact on their lives.
Digital ID critic claims council debate may have influenced government climbdown
A councillor in Newport has suggested the city may have played a “small part” in persuading the UK Government to water down its plans for mandatory digital IDs.
Unanimous backing for £20m A469 road repairs
Councillors have agreed to a £20 million funding plan for repairs to the A469 in the north of Caerphilly County Borough.
Newport Council eyes property deal to fund ‘innovative’ homelessness support
Newport City Council could sell some of its properties to a housing association and use the money to invest in “innovative” support for people facing homelessness.
Date set for Van ward council by-election
The by-election is being held following the passing of Cllr Christine Forehead, a Labour representative who spent decades in local government service.
Green light for new city care home complete with cinema and tea room
The 66-bed residential care home will include a cinema, library, lounge and tea room once it is built in the northeastern corner of the former Whiteheads steelworks site.
Senior councillors back draft budget plans despite Newport Council tax rise concerns
Proposals to increase council tax in Newport come at a time when the local authority is experiencing “exceptional levels of demand” for its services, its leader has said.
Renewed calls for metal safety barriers on ‘notorious’ stretch of road
Calls are growing for improved crash barriers on the Wyllie Bends, after a teenage driver’s car left the road and plunged into the River Sirhowy last month.
Cabinet backs draft budget proposals including council tax rise
Senior councillors have backed new budget proposals they say will protect key services and clean up the county borough – while also including a council tax rise.