caerphilly county borough council News Archives

6.9% council tax rise approved after heated debate

Eluned Stenner, the cabinet member for finance, said Caerphilly was expected to have “the lowest council tax in Wales” even with the increase.

The event, which is being held on Saturday May 11, promises a ‘serious’ challenge for walkers, joggers, and runners of all abilities.

The council needs to speak to the owner or anyone with an interest in 37 Queen’s Rd, Elliots Town, New Tredegar.

Former world champion darts player Gerwyn Price has won planning permission to open a new fish and chip shop in his home village.

Caerphilly Council will have to spend nearly £3 million on “long-term” defences to protect eroding river banks in Ystrad Mynach.

Plaid Cymru councillor Jon Scriven has been censured over a controversial social media post on his personal Facebook page.

An “unsafe” footbridge over the tracks at Caerphilly railway station will be removed after months of uncertainty.

The school has been levelled to make way for a new Centre for Vulnerable Learners for up to 120 learners.

The Bargoed property was previously a Betfred which closed in February 2022, according to the planning documents.

An independent councillor was left “disappointed” after colleagues shot down his plan to reform the way people vote in local elections.