The Welsh Government issued a disgraceful response to an inquiry on public appointments, a Senedd watchdog committee warned.
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Councillor reportedly suspended from party after criticising library closures
Cllr Brenda Miles was reportedly punished after sending an email to all councillors complaining about a decision to close ten libraries.
Funding pressures ‘fuelling’ pupil behaviour problems
Financial pressures on schools and wider public services are exacerbating pupil behaviour problems, with “wholly inadequate” health support, trade unions warned.
Borough ‘definitely’ on track to miss Welsh recycling target this year
The county borough council has lagged behind many other Welsh local authorities’ recycling performance in recent years, putting it at risk of multimillion-pound fines.
Caerphilly nurse awarded British Empire Medal in King’s Birthday Honours
A Caerphilly nurse has been recognised for her work in the NHS after being awarded a British Empire Medal in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Sculptor behind Caerphilly’s beloved bird statues unveils revamped town squares
Sculptor Julie Westerman, who designed Cardiff Road’s geese and jackdaw statues 30 years ago, returned to the town to officially unveil the revamped public squares this week.
Library hosting week of free activities aimed at improving wellbeing
As part of national wellbeing week, Rhymney Library is set to host a series of free activities to promote positive mental and physical health in the community.
‘Jobs for the boys’ concern over council’s senior recruitment
A Caerphilly councillor has said recruitment policies for senior officer roles should be reviewed to find out whether they are sufficiently competitive.Caerphilly County Borough Council recently hired a new chief executive and…
‘Total chaos and havoc’: Senedd Members lambast bluetongue response
Senedd Members denounced the Welsh Government’s response to bluetongue, with limits on moving livestock, warning the approach will cause total chaos and havoc for farmers.
Senedd passes plastic wet wipe ban set to come into force next year
Wet wipes containing plastic will be banned in Wales next year to reduce the environmental harm caused by pollution.