MP for Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney, Gerald Jones, has criticised Lloyds Bank’s plan to end its mobile ‘bank bus’ service in May 2024.
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Risca runner wins debut ultra marathon
Kayley Price, who lives in Risca, won her debut ultra marathon over the weekend, where she ran 43.5 miles from Brecon to Cardiff.
Senedd Covid-19 committee branded “not fit for any purpose” by bereaved families
The Wales Covid-19 Inquiry Special Purpose Committee was set up to identify gaps in the UK public inquiry.
South Wales Fire Service taken over by Welsh Government
Oversight of South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is to be taken over by the Welsh Government, following a damning report into the organisation’s culture.
Caerphilly Council has spent £1.6m on non-disclosure agreements since 2019
Caerphilly County Borough Council has signed 116 NDAs since 2019 – more than the other four Gwent councils combined.
Hopes ‘blame culture’ can be avoided amid Grange hospital interventions
A Caerphilly councillor hopes recent interventions at the Grange University Hospital will be constructive and avoid a “blame culture”.
Bedwas Workmen’s Hall will finally have a lift installed
After years of fundraising, work to install a lift at Bedwas Workmen’s Hall is finally set to get underway next month.
Fire service considering another council tax precept rise
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service could increase the amount of money it takes from council taxpayers in Caerphilly by more than 5%.
Finance chief confident council can avoid budget crisis
Caerphilly Council’s top finance officer has reassured residents the local authority is not in danger of following several English councils into a major budget crisis.
Breast cancer ‘Centre of Excellence’ opens in Ystrad Mynach
The new ‘Centre of Excellence’ will bring all of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board’s breast care services under one roof.