Campaigners hoping to challenge Caerphilly Council’s library closure plans have had their legal case postponed.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Green light for new flats at former pub site after affordable housing deal struck
Plans for new homes on the site of a “deteriorating” former pub in Pontllanfraith have been given the final green light, after a guarantee of affordable housing was agreed with the developer.
Pupils back plan for closer ties between city school and nursery
A Newport nursery and primary school are expected to formalise their ties at the start of the next school year, in a deal it is hoped will drive up standards.
Council apologises to man over son’s supported housing complaint
Caerphilly County Borough Council has apologised to a man who raised concerns about his son’s “unsuitable” supported housing placement.
Council worker dismissed after investigation into purchasing card use
A Newport City Council worker was dismissed following an investigation into possible fraudulent transactions using a purchasing card.
Decision day nears for legal challenge to library closures
Campaigners against planned library closures in Caerphilly will have their legal challenge heard on Thursday June 4.
More flats proposed at site of city centre’s historic hotel
A former hotel in Newport city centre could be redeveloped further with the addition of six new flats.
School transport cuts row continues as council leader seeks more funding
Cost-cutting changes to school transport in Caerphilly remain on the table, as the county borough council’s leader appeals to the new Welsh Government for more funding.
Plans for new riverside wedding venue with views of Transporter Bridge
A former office building on the banks of the River Usk could be converted into a “versatile, high-quality” space for weddings and other events, with views of Newport’s iconic Transporter Bridge.
Backing for new health workers’ homes near city hospital
Council planners in Newport have approved a plan to develop five new flats for health workers near the city’s Royal Gwent Hospital.