A payout to the former chief executive of Caerphilly County Borough Council totalled more than £280,000 – according to the local authority’s statement of accounts.
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Extra road resurfacing pledge after pothole patch-ups branded ‘a waste of time’
Among the areas on the council’s priority list is Groeswen Road, where concerns were raised previously about the impact of potholes on local traders.
Fresh concerns over reduced hours at leisure centre
A councillor has raised fresh concerns over plans for Cefn Fforest Leisure Centre, which was previously earmarked for closure and now operates under reduced hours.
Council set to hand over bowling greens to two community clubs
Two more bowls clubs in Caerphilly County Borough are likely to be handed over to community groups as the council looks to further trim its spending.
Senedd Commission to decide future of Ty Hywel office building
The current lease on Tŷ Hywel expires in 2032, leaving the Senedd Commission with just six years to decide its next steps.
Caerphilly Runners invites beginners to join free Sofa to 5k sessions
Caerphilly Runners is encouraging residents to lace up their trainers and take their first steps into running with the launch of a free Sofa to 5k programme for beginners.
Criminal wanted back behind bars as police launch appeal
Gwent Police has launched an appeal to find 32-year-old Conor Webley, from the Bargoed area, who has been recalled to prison.
New all-weather sports pitch and pupil support centre officially opened at school
A new all-weather sports pitch and specialist pupil support centre have been officially opened at Islwyn High School in Oakdale.
No backing for call to consider WW2-style rationing over Middle East fears
A Caerphilly councillor’s calls for rationing-style planning has failed to win the support of his colleagues.
Council backs knife crime awareness pledge and mental health support
A knife amnesty could be introduced in Caerphilly County Borough, where councillors have unanimously backed calls for more awareness of the dangers and consequences of carrying weapons.