Smart Money Cymru CEO Mark White said the service is aimed at helping people with poor credit histories who are struggling to access finance.
Pupil referral unit to be extended – but not until traffic plan is approved
The plans will see a new single-storey classroom built at the Learning Centre, as well as a walkway connecting the classroom to the main building.
Queen’s tribute to the people of Wales at Senedd opening
The Queen has paid tribute to the spirit of Welsh people during the official opening of the Senedd.
Police no longer investigating alleged Caerphilly town sex attack
An alleged sex attack said to have taken place in a lane off a busy main road through Caerphilly town is no longer being investigated.
Man’s death on Blackwood High Street was drugs-related
The death of a man who police had handcuffed on Blackwood High Street was drugs-related, an inquest has ruled.
Demolition work begins on Wales’ most polluted street
Hafodyrynys Road, near Crumlin, previously recorded the highest levels of nitrogen dioxide in the UK, outside of London.
Church opens mobile coffee shop to tackle food waste
Throughout the pandemic, The Parish Trust has been running a foodbank – now it is running a mobile coffee shop to tackle food waste.
Stagecoach drivers in Blackwood to strike after talks fail
Stagecoach drivers based in Blackwood will be striking over a pay dispute after talks fail.
School rebuild, new pupil referral unit and merger plans move step closer
The council’s cabinet has agreed to put the three proposals to a consultation.
New community hall rejected by council cabinet after residents’ opposition
Plans for a new community hall in Ty Sign, Risca have been rejected by the council’s cabinet following opposition from residents.