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Free public access Wi-Fi has finally been rolled out to Caerphilly town centre – the last major town in the borough to get free internet.

The free Wi-Fi is already available in Bargoed, Blackwood, Newbidge, Rhymney, Risca and Ystrad Mynach.

It has been funded through the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns Fund and the former Rhymney Valley Task Force Fund.

The internet will be available through the FreeCCBCWifi network, with users needing to register their details before using it for the first time.

Installed by Caerphilly County Borough Council, the Free Wi-Fi forms part of the authority’s ‘Choose Local’ campaign, which aims to encourage residents to shop locally.

Council deputy leader Jamie Pritchard, who is the cabinet member for regeneration, said: “Keeping people connected while utilising our high streets is a massive boost for our town centres.

“This provision is another exciting opportunity to draw people back to local town centres.”

Cllr Pritchard continued: “Free public access Wi-Fi offers opportunities for people with limited or no broadband to access vital online local council, government and health care services.

“The service will also allow residents and local businesses to engage digital solutions to help improve the overall visitor experience for all.”