Council planners had to decide whether the premises had operated continuously in that capacity, or if any periods of disuse could mean the site was considered abandoned.
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Penallta rugby club allowed to keep its beer garden
Caerphilly County Borough Council has granted retrospective planning permission for a beer garden area next to the clubhouse, in Ystrad Mynach.
Peredur Owen Griffiths MS talks new First Minister and Eisteddfod
South Wales East MS Peredur Owen Griffiths discusses the appointment of Eluned Morgan as First Minister and the Eisteddfod in his blog for Caerphilly Observer.
Price storms into Australian Darts Masters quarter-finals
Gerwyn Price has stormed his way into the Australian Darts Masters quarter-finals after a 6-2 win over Brenton Lloyd.
Machen Mountain race day details announced
Machen’s annual mountain race is just a few weeks away, with hundreds expected to take part in the run that first started more than 40 years ago.
More than £13m spent on supply teachers last year
More than £13 million was spent on supply staff in Caerphilly County Borough Council’s schools last year.
Health bosses “stand in solidarity” with staff amid far-right riots
“The NHS is made up of many nationalities, religions and backgrounds from across the world and our message is clear: We stand in solidarity with all our staff; there is no place for hatred in the NHS.”
‘Dangerous man’ jailed after series of sexual offences against children
Christopher Murray, 63, has been jailed after admitting to a series of sexual offences against four children during the 1990s.
Trethomas Bluebirds draw Barry Town United in round three of cup
Trethomas Bluebirds are set to host Cymru Premier opposition Barry Town United in round three of the Nathaniel MG Cup.
House could be converted into supervised children’s home
Plans filed with Caerphilly County Borough Council show the home will be for children who have learning disabilities, and who would be supported on a one-to-one basis by staff.