The leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council has survived a no-confidence vote, after opposition figures criticised his handling of plans to close ten libraries.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
War of words over council spending amid claim of ’empire-building’
Opposition figures in Caerphilly have questioned the county borough council’s spending on top officer salaries, accusing the local authority of “empire building”.
New cafe and seating area approved as part of city park regeneration
Newport City Council is behind the project, which forms part of wider plans to regenerate the park it bought outright in 2024.
New takeaway proposed for part of convenience store site
A Pontymister convenience store owner has applied to open a new takeaway on part of his premises.
Council unveils regeneration plans to help two towns ‘recover’ and ‘thrive’
New investment and regeneration plans for Bargoed and Blackwood will help the towns “recover” from economic challenges and “ultimately thrive”.
‘Where’s the progress?’: Questions over public toilet reopening plans
Questions have been raised over the speed and level of investment in plans to reopen public toilets in Newport.
Calls to improve ‘period dignity’ and school toilet access
Token-operated vending machines could help improve access to period products in Caerphilly County Borough’s schools, senior councillors have heard.
‘Revised’ plans submitted for larger HMO in city street
New proposals show the six-bedroom house at 60 Ombersley Road could be converted into a HMO for nine people.
Plans approved for ‘vibrant’ community projects in town’s disused toilets and green space
Plans for two “vibrant” community projects in Risca will transform underused public spaces and provide important services for the town, senior councillors have heard.Caerphilly County Borough Council has approved Community Asset Transfers…
Hopes city can develop more residential support for adults in social care
Newport City Council currently offers residential care to 208 adults who have learning disabilities – of whom 90 live outside Newport.