There has already been 10,000 expressions of interest from people wanting to be a sponsor and host those fleeing from the Russia-invaded country.
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“Lack of appetite” amongst councillors for taxpayer-funded mobile phones
Most councillors are happy to use their personal phones for council work instead of receiving a taxpayer-funded work phone.
Council leader reveals she refuses to shop at tax-avoiding companies
Councillor Philippa Marsden, leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, has revealed she does not shop at companies that have avoided tax.
Calls for school lollipop patrol review rejected
Cllr Kevin Etheridge called for a review into lollipop patrols after finding out the patrol at Blackwood Primary School was being removed.
Charity sets up specialist play group for disabled children
The groups are run by the Gwent-based charity Sparkle and are held at the Caerphilly Children’s Centre in Energlyn.
Construction underway on 123-home development
Construction work has begun on the new Chartist Garden Village housing development, on the site of the former council offices in Pontllanfraith.
Visas should be waived for Ukrainians fleeing war, say councillors
The UK Government should “show compassion” and waive visas for those fleeing the war in Ukraine, councillors have said.
Council looking to increase its housing stock
An extra £15m could be put towards building more council houses across Caerphilly County Borough.
How does the Cost of Living Support Scheme work?
Last month, the Welsh Government announced its Cost of Living Support Scheme to help people cope with rising utility bills.
Bright future for boxing club after fighting back from brink
An amateur boxing club which saw Olympic gold medallist Lauren Price MBE come through its ranks has been given a new lease of life after a refurbishment.