A teenager ‘lucky to be alive’ after a horror car smash on the Wyllie Bends has demanded action to make the road safer.
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Council backs WASPI calls for ‘fair’ women’s pension compensation
Women affected by changes to the state pension qualifying age deserve “fair, prompt and just” compensation, councillors in Caerphilly have agreed.
Council tax rise approved despite affordability concerns
Council cabinet members say the new budget will avoid unpopular service cuts, but opponents have questioned the 6.25% council tax rise.
Council reserves expected to shrink by 75% over next two years
Cabinet members met on Tuesday February 24 ahead of a final budget vote to discuss the health of the local authority’s reserves.
Plan for 21 new homes approved after affordable housing deal struck
A proposal for 21 new homes in Oakdale has been given the final go-ahead after a deal was struck for affordable housing.
MP objects to plans for new McDonalds in Maesycwmmer
Labour MP Chris Evans has written to the council’s planning department, outlining concerns raised by residents over the plans.
Thumbs up for butcher’s shop conversion into holiday let
A former butcher’s shop in Pengam can be converted into holiday accommodation, council planners have decided.
Councillors across Wales set for 6.4% pay rise
The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru has published its annual remuneration report – the first since it took over responsibility for setting councillor pay.
More success for Plaid in double by-election victory
Plaid Cymru continued its run of form in Caerphilly on Thursday with a double victory in two council by-elections.
UK Government backs council’s solar farm project
The 20MW Cwm Ifor Solar Farm could power 6,000 homes if it is built on “low-grade” farmland above Penyrheol and Abertridwr.