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Tag: Colin Mann

New play park opens with tribute to late community councillor

Monday, April 22, 2024Monday, April 22, 2024

Children in Pwllypant now have their own play area to enjoy. Previous play equipment which was installed when the village hall was built had to be removed for safety reasons.

Footbridge damaged four years ago set to be replaced this year, TfW says

Tuesday, March 5, 2024Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Work to replace a Llanbradach footbridge damaged nearly four years ago is set to be completed this year, Transport for Wales has said.

Coffi Vista: Town centre coffee shop to close despite last-ditch rescue bid

Wednesday, February 28, 2024Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The cafe was earmarked for closure in Caerphilly Council’s budget proposals for the coming financial year.

Questions asked over railway footbridge replacement delays

Tuesday, February 20, 2024Wednesday, February 21, 2024

The Tynygraig footbridge, which goes over the Rhymney line, was damaged nearly four years ago – but is yet to be replaced despite promises.

Council accused of ‘pleading poverty’ while investing £21m in bonds

Tuesday, January 30, 2024Wednesday, January 31, 2024

The local authority has defended the investments, arguing they are “fully compliant” with regulations.

Football club fearful over rising fees, but have hopefully found a way to cut costs

Friday, January 26, 2024Friday, January 26, 2024

As the council proposes a 20% hike in pitch fees, many clubs are concerned over what that could mean for their future. Llanbradach are no different.

Plan for booking system at council’s tips comes under fire

Tuesday, January 16, 2024Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The measure is part of the council’s new draft waste strategy, aimed at improving recycling rates and avoiding £2 million in fines.

Council tax rise “completely unaffordable for tens of thousands of residents”

Friday, January 12, 2024Friday, January 12, 2024

Plaid Cymru councillor Colin Mann said Caerphilly Council’s budget proposals meant people were left questioning “what they get for their ever-increasing bills”.

Leisure centre consultation branded a ‘tick box exercise’

Wednesday, December 6, 2023Wednesday, December 6, 2023

A public consultation on the future of Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre has been called into question, after it was branded “insanity” to keep the site open.

Overgrown and dirty road signs risk “magical mystery tour” for motorists, councillor says

Monday, October 9, 2023Monday, October 9, 2023

Plaid Cymru councillor Colin Mann has called on the council to do something about the borough’s “many unreadable road signs”.

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