An independent councillor was left “disappointed” after colleagues shot down his plan to reform the way people vote in local elections.
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Hopes ‘blame culture’ can be avoided amid Grange hospital interventions
A Caerphilly councillor hopes recent interventions at the Grange University Hospital will be constructive and avoid a “blame culture”.
Plan to close pathway due to antisocial behaviour
Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge said the safety of residents had to be ensured and that other paths had been closed.
Independent demands assurances “one-man bands” won’t lose out under Senedd reform plans
Kevin Etheridge, from Blackwood, said independents like himself were “one-man bands” taking on major political parties in the polls.
Plan for booking system at council’s tips comes under fire
The measure is part of the council’s new draft waste strategy, aimed at improving recycling rates and avoiding £2 million in fines.
New plans for 59 homes on car park site in Blackwood
A developer has proposed the transformation of part of a car park in Blackwood into affordable housing.
Calls for ‘full and frank debate’ on changing council election voting system
Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge has proposed abolishing the traditional voting system for local government elections.
Welsh Government faces calls to offer more support to “struggling” bus firms
Cllr Kevin Etheridge, who represents Blackwood, has urged ministers to provide “clarity” and timescales for post-pandemic support for buses.
‘Value for money’ questioned as council spends £2m on consultants
The council’s leader said the “short-term” hiring of consultants for “essential” projects had helped the council save money and avoid making redundancies.
Long-serving councillor awarded for service to local government
Blackwood independent councillor Kevin Etheridge has been recognised by his peers for going “above and beyond” in his public service.