The local authority has long warned it must make “difficult decisions” on spending, in the face of an estimated £45 million budget gap over the next two years.
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‘Huge gap’ remains in council budget despite ‘welcome’ rise in funding
A “huge gap” remains in Caerphilly County Borough Council’s budget for the next two years despite a funding increase from the Welsh Government.
Claim some councillors ‘don’t know what’s going on’ at meetings
Plaid Cymru county councillor Judith Pritchard said “nobody seems to check” whether elected representatives “are value for money”.
‘Use it or lose it’ plan for community fund criticised
The Community Empowerment Fund contains more than £3,000 for each councillor to support voluntary work within their wards.
Caerphilly and Llanbradach celebrate 30 years of Breton twinning arrangement
Members of Caerphilly and District Twinning Association have welcomed thirty Breton visitors as part of an arrangement which has been in place for 30 years.
Blacksmith unveils ‘stunning’ memorial bench to mark D-Day anniversary
Almost two weeks after the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, local blacksmith Glen Adams unveiled his “stunning” memorial bench at a ceremony in Llanbradach.
Football club given boost ahead of twinning trip to Brittany
Each year, Llanbradach AFC plays a match against Breton side AS Servel, as part of the village’s twinning arrangement with Ploubezre.
New play park opens with tribute to late community councillor
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
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
The cafe was earmarked for closure in Caerphilly Council’s budget proposals for the coming financial year.