Applications to convert properties into HMOs often attract resistance from neighbours, with concerns ranging from increased parking pressures to fears of crime or antisocial behaviour.
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City seeking views on dog control rules, but free waste bag costs not ‘justified’
Free waste bags in popular dog-walking spots would help keep the streets clean, a Newport councillor has suggested.
Nelson to host European wallball tournament this weekend
Nelson will host a weekend of wallball to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the sport’s first-ever European tournament in Wales.
Councillors positive about traffic scheme to stem city rat run
An experimental traffic scheme in Cardiff aimed at stopping a city neighbourhood being used as a rat run has been largely successful, according to local councillors.Cardiff Council recently published data on the performance…
How effective has facial recognition been in south Wales?
Using facial recognition has cost a Welsh police force more than £3.5m and resulted in 93 arrests since its introduction, according to the latest available police data.
Neighbouring council could also face Welsh Government recycling fines if rates don’t improve
Neighbouring Merthyr Tydfil Council could face a fine of nearly £300,000 if does not meet the Welsh Government’s recycling target this year.
Man, 25, arrested after police raid three properties in drug bust
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a string of drug raids in Rhymney on Thursday morning.
Pedestrian in hospital after being hit by car
A pedestrian remains in hospital after being hit by a car in Machen earlier this week, Gwent Police has confirmed.
Library closure plans ‘on pause’ after last-minute legal challenge launched
The council was preparing to close ten smaller libraries at the end of August as part of cost-cutting measures described as a “bold new vision” for the service.
GCSE pupils across borough wake up to discover their exam results
Across Wales, the number of pupils receiving grades between A* and C is marginally up – rising from 62.2% last year to 62.5% this year.