A new cabinet member for social care has been appointed at Caerphilly County Borough Council, following the resignation of Cllr Elaine Forehead.
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Shoppers and small businesses face extra costs under glass recycling scheme, Tories warn
Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar argued that including glass in the deposit return scheme will push up costs for businesses, manufacturers, and consumers.
First Minister challenged over ‘conflicting’ NHS waiting times as Senedd breaks for summer
The First Minister has been challenged to provide a clear date for when two-year NHS waiting lists will be eliminated in Wales.
Winners crowned at primary school bowls competition
Four primary schools have been crowned county champions after more than 350 pupils took part in the annual Caerphilly schools bowls competition.
Government suffers major setback as budget plans rejected after ALN row
The Welsh Government’s supplementary budget has been rejected by the Senedd following a row over funding for pupils with additional learning needs (ALN).
Pupils behave better and interact more after school phone bans, headteachers say
Secondary school pupils across Caerphilly County Borough are interacting more and behaving better following tougher rules on mobile phone use, according to headteachers.
Welsh Government takes first step toward Welsh media watchdog
A new working group is being set up to lay the groundwork for a distinct Welsh broadcasting watchdog, Wales’ culture minister has announced.
Pride Caerffili celebrations bring 2,300 people to town centre
More than 2,300 visitors attended Caerphilly town centre on Saturday July 4 to mark this year’s Pride Caerffili, according to official footfall figures.
Ken Skates confirmed as new Welsh Labour leader
Mr Skates became interim leader in May after Eluned Morgan lost her seat at the Senedd election.
Girl, 12, to represent Wales and follow in her mother’s footsteps
Carriage driver Lacey Llewellyn will follow in her mother’s footsteps when she represents Wales on the continental stage next month.