Fly-tippers and other waste offenders could benefit from going on an awareness course similar to speeding drivers, a councillor in Newport has suggested.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
School crossing patrols could be saved but row over council reserves goes on
Caerphilly Council’s cabinet has met to finalise its budget proposals for the coming financial year.
Police to continue anti-social behaviour patrols in city centre
Gwent Police will continue dedicated patrols in Newport city centre and other hotspot areas for antisocial behaviour, thanks to new funding.
Council renews business rates support scheme for city centre traders
Eligible traders in Newport could continue to receive a business rate reduction of up to 65% in the coming financial year.
Budget passed after row over council tax increase
Councillors in Newport have backed a new budget which supporters say invests in important services for residents – but critics say will cost taxpayers more.
Plans for nine-bed HMO conversion submitted
A five-bedroom house in Trethomas could be converted into a HMO for nine people, according to plans submitted to Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Plans for major solar farm will bring community benefits, council says
The proposed Cwm Ifor solar farm, which would be built on land above Penyrheol and Abertridwr, could create enough energy to power 6,000 homes.
‘We need to see something positive happening’ in city centre
Newport City Council “should be pushing harder to get potential businesses into the city centre”, a councillor has claimed.
Council tax rise still on table as leader sets out final budget plans
The council’s leader has said it is facing “inescapable financial pressures” and anticipated a funding shortfall of £45 million over the next three years.
Village concerned council may earmark land for housing development
Penpedairheol residents are concerned Caerphilly County Borough Council’s new planning strategy could lead to hundreds of new homes in their village.