The city council has granted planning permission for two neighbouring premises at Newport’s East Retail Park, off Docks Way, to be joined as a single retail unit.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Council considering fines for residents who don’t sort waste properly
Putting recyclable waste in your bins could land you with a £70 fine, in the latest Caerphilly County Borough Council plans to increase its low recycling rates.
Greggs sets out plans for new store in Ystrad Mynach
The bakery giant has applied for planning permission to convert the former Lloyds bank branch on Bedwlwyn Road.
Higher house prices, lower heating bills: How council’s new tree plans could shape Newport
Thousands more trees could be planted in Newport in the next few years, as part of a new council strategy to improve the city’s so-called green infrastructure.
New plans unveiled for ‘innovative’ revamp of Fourteen Locks Canal Centre
A new cafe, visitor information centre and museum are included in plans for an “innovative” revamp of Fourteen Locks Canal Centre in Newport.
Council could quit region’s school improvement service
The local authority said there is support among headteachers to bring decision-making back “in house” and for “taking back control” of school improvement.
Expansion plan on cards for additional learning needs support
Children with additional learning needs in Caerphilly could be offered places at new specialist classes in some of the area’s schools.
Backing for new regional HIV testing and treatment scheme
Caerphilly County Borough Council could join a new regional scheme to improve access to HIV testing and treatment.
Price hike for ‘lifeline’ meals on wheels service inches closer
A council committee agreed to back proposals for a flat rate of £6.89 for a daily main meal and dessert.
More than 100 objections fail to stop approval of ‘first’ HMO in village
Caerphilly County Borough Council has approved planning permission for 7 Erasmus Terrace to be turned into a HMO for up to four people.