Councillors dish-out more than £7,000 for community projects

Community projects in Machen and Rudry have benefitted from more than £7,000 of funding thanks to a council funding scheme.

Ward councillors Amanda McConnell and Chris Morgan have used £7,295 of their Community Empowerment Fund to support projects in the area.

Rudry Parish Hall has received more £1,000 for a new PA system, whilst Machen Village Hall has been granted £1,732 for a new shed and equipment.

The Community Empowerment Fund is a Caerphilly Council scheme, where money is given to each councillor to support local projects and initiatives in their ward.

Machen Legion also benefited from the funding, receiving £1,981 for table and chairs, whilst Machen Primary School welcomed a £1,390 grant for new play equipment.

Rhydri Primary School also received £1,092 for flyers, posters, a marquee, and an activity club.