In a new blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly AM Jeff Cuthbert outlines his concerns over Plaid Cymru’s claims of a council “sandwich tax” and his reasons on why the UK should remain in the EU.
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HSBC in Risca to close, according to Islwyn MP
The branch of HSBC in Risca is to close, the company has confirmed.
Traffic delays after two separate crashes near the Severn Bridge
Gwent Police is advising motorists to expect delays on the M4 westbound, after two crashes occurred near the Severn Bridge.
South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle’s blog: March 10, 2016
In his regular blog for Caerphilly Observer South Wales East AM Lindsay Whittle gives his take on recent news.Sandwich Tax I’ve upset the ruling Labour Party on Caerphilly council by revealing plans to introduce a sandwich…
Suspended jail sentence for Pontymister supplement seller
A 44-year-old Pontymister man has been ordered to pay more than £2,700 by magistrates and handed a 26-week suspended jail sentence, after he illegally sold food supplements.Jeffrey Young, of Trafalgar Street, Pontymister,…
Blackwood dad skydiving for autism charity after son’s diagnosis
A father from Blackwood is raising awareness about autism by taking on a terrifying 10,000ft skydive.
Suspected illegal Bargoed taxi driver has car seized
A driver, suspected of operating as an illegal taxi in Bargoed, has had his car seized as part of a crackdown by the authorities.Gwent Police and Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Trading Standings…
Windy Ridge gardening and wildlife project receive recycling award
A gardening and wildlife project run by Caerphilly County Borough Council has been given a national recycling award.
Caerphilly Town by-election to be held
Caerphilly Town Council is to hold a by-election on Thursday March 17 for its Parc-y-Felin ward.
Bargoed RFC player suspended for two years after failing drugs test
UK Anti-Doping have banned Bargoed RFC player Adam Buttifant from all sport for two years after he tested positive for an anabolic steroid.