The local authority has long warned it must make “difficult decisions” on spending, in the face of an estimated £45 million budget gap over the next two years.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Safety wardens and crossing patrols at risk in council’s bid to balance budget
The council estimates it will have to make more than £21 million of savings in its budget for next year, if it is to balance the books.
Three leisure centres at risk of closing down this year
The futures of three council-run leisure centres are under threat – but residents will soon be able to have their say on the proposals before a final decision is made.
Ten libraries still under threat despite opposition to council reforms
Reducing the number of sites to a handful of regional “hubs” will “provide a more sustainable and resilient library service” for customers, the council has said.
Council tax rise of 7.9% proposed for county borough
The proposed hike comes as Caerphilly County Borough Council warns 2025 will be another year of “difficult decisions” on spending.
New speed and red light cameras at junction where 22 casualties have been reported
New speed cameras will “soon” be installed at a junction in Newport where 22 casualties have been reported in recent years.
‘Blackwood’s heritage saved’ as council abandons Miners’ Institute mothball plan
The future of the cultural venue had been under threat as part of council cost-cutting measures.
Proposal to hike Newport’s council tax branded ‘outrageous’
Plans to increase council tax bills in Newport have come under fire from critics who say residents can “ill afford” to pay more for reduced services.
Neighbour objections not enough to stop HMO approval
The application, from Mathieson and Bell Ltd, is to convert 60 Ombersley Road from a six-bedroom house into a HMO for eight people.
Newport Council sets out which roads could change back to 30mph
Newport City Council has proposed reverting 16 roads to a higher 30mph speed limit across the city.The proposed changes follow a public consultation which attracted more than 3,500 responses.City residents suggested 335…