Senedd Members criticised a lack of progress on new Gypsy, Roma and Traveller sites, warning people are living in substandard conditions.
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County borough marks 80th anniversary of VE Day
People across Caerphilly County Borough have been marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day with celebrations and memorial services.
Replacement of safety wardens with CCTV van labelled ‘backwards step’
Cllr Kevin Etheridge said the wardens “used to walk around town on a regular basis – they knew the residents, they were like a people’s friend”.
Critics hit out at potential closures of ‘community lifeline’ leisure centres
A whopping 99% of people using Bedwas Leisure Centre say its closure would have a negative impact on them.
‘We can’t afford to wait any longer’: Senedd demands action on nature loss
Senedd Members called for urgent action to tackle the “frightening reality” of nature loss in Wales, with legally binding biodiversity targets still four years away.
Housing association raises thousands for cancer charity
Staff from Caerphilly-based housing association, United Welsh, have helped raise more than £6,100 for charity through a series of activities.
Senedd debates Labour’s record as election looms
Senedd Members debated the Labour Welsh Government’s record over the past four years, with the next election looming in 12 months.
Free train travel for past and present members of Armed Forces to mark VE Day
Current and former members of the armed forces are being offered free rail travel to events marking VE Day today.
Drama group bringing The Great British Bake Off to the stage
The recently-formed Coda Wales, which is based at Newbridge Memo, will be performing their stage adaption of the hit cooking show this September.
Free bus travel for veterans to mark VE Day 80th anniversary
Armed Forces personnel and veterans will be entitled to free bus travel on Stagecoach services today (Thursday May 8) to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.