In April, a parliamentary committee called on the UK Government to review the Mineworkers Pension Scheme – and give ex-mineworkers their share of a £1.2bn reserve.
Author: Rhys Williams
Could tents and caravans be coming to Llancaiach Fawr?
Visitors could be able to camp outside Llancaiach Fawr Manor after Caerphilly County Borough Council’s cabinet backed £20,000 plans which could see tents and caravans outside the 17th-century venue.
Ban to protect businesses from eviction extended
Businesses in Wales struggling to pay their rent will be protected from eviction until the end of September, Wales’ Economy Minister has announced.
Half of all people in Wales now fully vaccinated against coronavirus
More than half of all people in Wales have now had two doses of a coronavirus vaccine, latest figures published by Public Health Wales reveal.
Fire crews tackle blaze in Pontymister
An eye witness told Caerphilly Observer they heard explosion sounds and saw debris being flung into the air.
Digital coronavirus vaccine passes now available in Wales
People living in Wales who have been vaccinated against coronavirus will now be able to prove their vaccination status online, using the NHS Covid Pass.
Calls for free car parking in borough to be introduced permanently
Free parking at council-owned car parks should continue on a permanent basis, the leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Independent group has said.
Council deputy leader resigned after visiting amber list country
Councillor Sean Morgan stepped down as deputy leader, as well as Cabinet Member for Economy, Enterprise and Infrastructure, on June 9.
Senedd Member calls for councils to be given advice over reserve funds
Plaid Cymru MS Peredur Owen Griffiths called on the Welsh Government to ensure council reserves are used to ‘ease the burden’ on council tax payers.
Jobs fair for young people to be held online
The event will be open to people aged between 16 and 19 who are looking for job, education or training opportunities.