The council argues it must make “difficult decisions” if it is to protect essential services and plug a funding gap of around £47 million by March 2028.
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Five-year restoration project in Cefn Fforest nearing completion
Cefn Fforest Miners Institute is ‘not far off’ partially re-opening for the first time in nearly a decade.
Watchdog decides not to investigate council leader after self-referral
Cllr Sean Morgan referred himself to the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales in October 2024, over a matter relating to “recent correspondence” between himself and “a resident”.
Ty Llwyd quarry might not be designated as ‘contaminated’
A toxic quarry previously used to dump harmful industrial chemicals does not meet the statutory definition of ‘contaminated land’, according to a draft council report.
Bedwas set to lose library and leisure centre if plans are approved
Bedwas could soon lose both its leisure centre and neighbouring library as part of council cost-cutting measures.
New plans for holiday pods on farmland get the green light
The owners of a farm near Bedwas have been successful in their bid to house four self-catering accommodation pods on their land.
Tesco bids for longer opening hours at proposed new shop
The supermarket giant is preparing to open a Tesco Express convenience store at what was formerly Newbridge Methodist Church.
Councillors clash over budget and use of unspent reserves
Labour and Plaid Cymru councillors in Caerphilly are at odds over how best to use unspent money in the local authority’s reserves.
Night shelter opening date announced for rough-sleepers following delays
Following weeks of delays, Caerphilly County Borough Council has announced an opening date for its first night shelter, aimed at helping rough-sleepers.
School transport changes delayed over road safety concerns
Proposals to cut school transport services in Caerphilly have been delayed because councillors say they need more road safety information.