Of the 52 people who took part in a consultation, the vast majority said they did not support the proposal to close Rhydri Primary.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Headteachers reassure staff and pupils ahead of proposed school merger
Plans to close Lewis Girls’ School in Ystrad Mynach, and send pupils to the currently boys-only Lewis School Pengam, are in the final stages.
Council preparing to issue financial support to Storm Bert flood victims
Around 90 homes in Caerphilly County Borough have been affected by Storm Bert flooding, according to the council, which is preparing to distribute financial support to those affected.
Bowls club set to build new home after ‘total loss’ to fire
Caerphilly County Borough Council has backed a proposal to restore the club following the “total loss” of the previous facility.
Claim some councillors ‘don’t know what’s going on’ at meetings
Plaid Cymru county councillor Judith Pritchard said “nobody seems to check” whether elected representatives “are value for money”.
Refrigeration firm wins permission for new home
The partially retrospective planning application was filed by CB Refrigeration Ltd, which has moved from Bedwas to its new home.
Council to warn empty property owners of looming council tax hikes
Owners of second homes or long-term empty properties in Caerphilly will soon receive letters warning them of a council tax hike.
Critics of single-sex school merger raise pupil wellbeing and staff job fears
Caerphilly County Borough Council has proposed closing Lewis Girls’ School and gradually making Lewis School Pengam – which is currently boys-only – co-educational by 2027.
Two new 3G sports pitches approved for school and leisure centre sites
New 3G-type pitches have been given planning permission for St Cenydd Community School and Risca Comprehensive School.
Protect children from peering into gambling venues, council suggests
The local authority is currently reviewing its policies under the Gambling Act, which sets out rules for betting shops and other premises.