The school has been levelled to make way for a new Centre for Vulnerable Learners for up to 120 learners.
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Plans to turn disused bookmakers into shop approved
The Bargoed property was previously a Betfred which closed in February 2022, according to the planning documents.
Careers Wales to close its Caerphilly town branch
Staff at Careers Wales’ Caerphilly branch have been told their jobs are at risk after the company announced its lease has expired.
Councillors reject proposal to change voting system
An independent councillor was left “disappointed” after colleagues shot down his plan to reform the way people vote in local elections.
Welsh Government rebuffs claims it backtracked on real living wage promise
The Welsh Government has been accused of rowing back on a promise to pay the real living wage to homelessness and housing support workers.
Calls for return of Senghenydd mining disaster pony display
An “important symbol” of the Senghenydd mining disaster must return to the Aber Valley, according to heritage campaigners.
Estyn decision to scrap headline gradings has ‘lifted a burden’ on schools
Estyn’s chief inspector told the Senedd’s education committee that feedback from schools since scrapping the headline gradings has been overwhelmingly positive.
Welsh Government unveils ten-year mental health and suicide strategies
Deputy minister Lynne Neagle has launched 16-week consultations on the draft mental health and suicide and self-harm prevention strategies.
More must be done to ensure Siri and Alexa are available in Welsh, Senedd told
More must be done to ensure virtual assistants such as Siri and Alexa are available through the medium of Welsh, the Senedd heard.
Council to introduce new artificial pitch booking policy this summer
Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced a new booking system for its artificial sports pitches, which will now prioritise teams in the top divisions of their sport.