Around eight out of ten council homes in Caerphilly County Borough could see their rent increase, if a new way of working out bills is adopted by the council.
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New tattoo studio could be coming to the high street
A tattoo studio could become a permanent fixture on Blackwood High Street – at the former office of a Labour Senedd Member.
Former OAP hall could be turned into hairdressers and beauty salon
The application form states that the proposal has the “full support of the OAP community who are trying to sell the building”.
Free town centre Wi-Fi comes to Bargoed and Ystrad Mynach – with more on the way
Free public access Wi-Fi is now available in both Bargoed and Ystrad Mynach town centres, having already been installed in Rhymney and Risca.
“Stuck between a rock and a hard place” – traders facing uncertain future over indoor market plans
Traders at Caerphilly Indoor Market are facing uncertainty after the council announced plans to demolish the building to make way for new housing and offices.
Lowest number of council staff taking up Welsh lessons since records began
Caerphilly County Borough Council has seen the lowest number of staff taking up Welsh lessons since records began in 2001.
Who are the Plaid Cymru council group’s new leader and deputy leader?
Following last month’s council elections, it’s been all change at the top of Caerphilly’s Plaid Cymru group.
Concerns new housing law will make it difficult to deal with antisocial behaviour
A Caerphilly Council officer has raised concerns that a new housing law will make it difficult for local authorities to deal with antisocial behaviour.
“A perfect storm has erupted” – Gwent’s council pension fund takes £137-million hit
A local government pension scheme serving Gwent has taken a £137 million hit amid “a perfect storm” of global events, including the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
Cllr Sean Morgan: “Now, more than ever, we need strong and decisive leadership to deliver positive change”
In his first blog for Caerphilly Observer, council leader Sean Morgan discusses his aims as leader and the issues facing residents.