More than 400 council staff have been volunteering to help vulnerable residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Airbnb holiday let refused planning permission
The proposed holiday let would have been in an “established residential area” which is considered an inappropriate use.
Police will “take action” over people ignoring coronavirus advice
Gwent Police has said it will “take action” over people ignoring government advice to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
Council takes measures to enforce social distancing among bin collectors
More back-up vehicles have been introduced to ensure bin collectors are able to stay two metres apart.
Controversial accommodation plans given the green light
Caerphilly County Borough Council has approved plans to use part of a building in Rhymney as a six-bed home of multiple occupancy.
Council sets up food bank phone line
This will work alongside other duties including issuing food bank vouchers, coordinating donations and managing deliveries.
No changes to childcare and free school meals over Easter holiday
There will be no change to the provision of childcare and free school meals in Caerphilly County Borough over the Easter holiday.
Council introduces streamlined emergency food service
There have been concerns that people who need to access services haven’t been able to negotiate the system in place following the coronavirus lockdown.
Council “doing everything to support residents and businesses”
Council leader Philippa Marsden has encouraged anyone with financial difficulties to get in touch to discuss what help is available.
Coronavirus: bus timetable changes
A number of services are now running on a reduced basis, with many journeys cancelled entirely.