Newport City Council was thrown a “hospital pass” when handed responsibility for dealing with controversial speed limit changes, its leader has said.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Residents urged to have their say on council tax rise and budget plans
Billpayers in Newport could see council tax go up by 6.7% from April, working out at an extra £100 for those living in average Band D properties.
Schools facing nearly £3.8m overspend and ‘clear’ financial challenges
All but nine of Newport City Council’s 44 primary schools are forecasting an overspend and will have to dip into their reserves to balance the books.
Proposals for council tax rise and ‘pay more for less’ service cuts come under fire
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.
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.