Newport City Council must modernise the way residents can contact the authority or risk “leaving the next generation behind”, its leader has said.
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Whittle promises to be a ‘voice for Caerphilly’ ahead of first Senedd session
Lindsay Whittle, who was elected as Caerphilly’s new Senedd Member nearly two weeks ago, has vowed to “fight for every community in the constituency”.
Calls to tackle schoolchildren’s ‘dangerous and illegal’ use of e-scooters
A councillor in Newport has called for “real accountability” to stop children riding electric scooters to and from school.
Academic shines light on young men growing up in post-industrial Valleys
Dr Richard Gater’s new book examines how young men in former industrial communities navigate masculinity, education and work – informed by his own journey from low-paid jobs to a Cardiff University PhD.
Green light for food van at nature spot
Plans for a new food van near a Caerphilly beauty spot have won council approval.
Welsh Government details £27bn spending plans amid political wrangling
The Welsh Government has unveiled details of the £27bn draft budget as ministers face a significant political test to get the spending plans passed by the Senedd.
Takeaway owner’s late-night opening plan meets resistance
A Caerphilly takeaway owner’s plans to open later at night faces stiff resistance over concerns it will lead to disruption for nearby residents.
Community conference to explore technology’s role in tackling climate change and fuel poverty
A free community conference exploring how technology and local innovation can support the fight against climate change, food and fuel poverty is being held in Caerphilly this week.
Valleys Street Art Project transforming communities with bold murals
The Valleys Street Art Project, which began as one man’s idea over a bag of chips, has grown into on of the most colourful and talked-about cultural movements across the county borough.
Hundreds in temporary accommodation as borough’s housing pressures rise
A lack of suitable “move-on” housing is piling pressure on temporary accommodation services in Caerphilly.
