There should be a public inquiry into plastic contamination near the Bryn Group’s recycling centre in Gelligaer, South Wales East Senedd Member Delyth Jewell has said.
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“Fraudulent activity” blamed for fall in recycling rate
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s recycling rate dropped from 65% in 2018/19 to 62.5%, failing to meet the Welsh Government target of 64%.
Wales to enter lockdown tonight
Tier 4 will see new restrictions introduced for all of Wales, including the closure of retail, hospitality and gyms.
1,500 gifts and 1,000 gift cards donated to council’s Operation Santa appeal
Each year, the appeal provides gifts for more than 500 children within the borough who have been nominated by their social worker or support organisation.
Hefin David MS: “Nobody could have predicted or prepared us for what the year has brought”
In his latest blog for Caerphilly Observer, Caerphilly Senedd Member Hefin David discusses coronavirus and community spirit.
£110m support package for restrictions-hit businesses announced
A £110million support package for businesses affected by Wales’ new Alert Level 4 lockdown restrictions has been announced.
New trains with extra seating being introduced on Rhymney line
Refurbished trains with more seats are being introduced on the Rhymney line by Transport for Wales.
The man looking to become the world’s strongest
Caerphilly’s Gavin Bilton has his eyes set on becoming the world’s strongest man.
Credit union has lent more than £1m since September
A Caerphilly-based credit union has said it’s broken all lending records as it helps its members deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
986 new coronavirus cases recorded in borough – why is the figure so high?
It is the highest daily coronavirus figure recorded in Caerphilly County Borough, but it’s not quite how it seems.