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.
Tag: Natural Resources Wales
Investigations underway for cause of large fire in Rhymney – man arrested on suspicion of arson
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service said it was called to the blaze at Capital Valley Eco Park just before 11.30pm on Friday January 24.
Unit destroyed in large fire at Capital Valley Eco Park, Rhymney
The blaze is said to have started at around 11pm on Friday, January 24.
Senedd debates ‘deeply worrying’ Natural Resources Wales cuts
Senedd Members reiterated calls to protect three popular visitor centres, warning of “deeply worrying” cuts at Natural Resources Wales.
Warning of ‘massive’ nature loss across Wales
Senedd Members warned of “massive” nature loss in Wales, with one in six species at risk of extinction and wildlife declining by 20% over the past 30 years.
Storm Bert brings flooding with several warnings in place
Storm Bert has brought flooding to areas across Caerphilly County Borough with several warnings from Natural Resources Wales still in place.
Council seeking private sector interest to run Cwmcarn Forest Drive
Caerphilly Council is seeking expressions of interests from companies keen to manage and develop Cwmcarn Forest Drive.
Plans for new Costa drive-thru given green light
A Costa drive-thru could be coming to Pontymister after councillors gave their seal of approval to the scheme.
Council seeking views on private-sector deal to run forest drive
Caerphilly County Borough Council spent £323,000 running the forest drive last year and has warned previously the site may “not be financially viable in the long-term”.
NRW bosses quizzed over potential job cuts to plug £13m budget gap
Senedd members quizzed NRW officials amid concerns about plans to cut 265 jobs to plug a £13m budget gap while water pollution in Wales worsens.