Caerphilly County Borough Council has been accused of trying to “rob” the volunteer sector by reclaiming unspent money a committee believed was ring-fenced.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
‘You cannot imagine the positive difference it has made for our volunteers’
A green-fingered community group in Caerphilly has encouraged other volunteer organisations to apply for a grant which has proved transformational for many of its members.
Council facing £24m bill for plans to improve recycling rates
Sweeping changes to waste and recycling collections in Caerphilly County Borough could prove significantly costlier than fines for non-compliance.
Council facing new legal challenge over plan to close leisure centre
Judges could decide the future of Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre for a second time, after a fresh legal challenge over its proposed closure was announced.
Residents doubtful cuts to bin collections will improve recycling rates
The council has set out possible methods to drive up the area’s ailing recycling rates, which recent figures showed were the worst in Wales.
Golf club secures new booze licence but must follow strict noise rules
Blackwood Golf Club has won unanimous support for a new alcohol sales licence, despite some concerns about noise affecting neighbours.
Plans unveiled for new shop and martial arts studio
The owner of a martial arts club in Newbridge has applied for planning permission to open a new shop and training studio in the town.
Community groups urged to apply for grant funding
Community groups across Caerphilly have been urged to take advantage of a funding scheme that offers up to £3,000 for each successful applicant.
Election candidate’s leaflets delayed after Royal Mail ‘human error’
An election candidate says he has lodged an official complaint after leaflets promoting his campaign were allegedly delivered to homes in the wrong constituency.
Council defends Welsh-language spending after questions about value for money
Caerphilly County Borough Council says it is “committed to providing high quality bilingual services to residents”, after questions were asked about value for money.