Restoration work carried out at an Abercarn picnic site, north of Cwmcarn, is reaping positive results, thanks to efforts from Natural Resources Wales (NRW) officers and work with the local community.
Tag: Natural Resources Wales
Pollution found in river for third time in two months
An NRW investigation into two other pollution incidents in the Nant yr Aber river within the last two months is currently ongoing.
Controversial waste plant granted environmental permit change
The plant, on Nine Mile Point Industrial Estate, in Cwmfelinfach, has faced fierce opposition after Caerphilly County Borough Council approved it in 2015.
Second pollution incident in river not related to the first, NRW confirms
A second pollution incident in the Nant yr Aber river in less than a month is unrelated to the first, NRW has confirmed.
River pollution “ceased” but investigation still ongoing
Natural Resources Wales has confirmed the river pollution in the Nant yr Aber has “ceased” but investigations continue.
Around 100 fish dead as river pollution investigated
NRW believes it has found the source of the pollution and is considering what action to take.
Campaigners fear traffic problems and smells if waste plant gets new permit
The plant has faced fierce opposition since it was granted planning permission in 2015.
Poisonous algae discovered once again at Pen y Fan Pond
It is the third time in around two years that blue-green algae has been discovered at the pond, which is near Oakdale.
Drought declared across south east Wales
A drought has been declared across large parts of Wales, including Caerphilly County Borough following recent dry weather and high temperatures.
Destruction of Bluebell Woods raises questions over planning and wildlife laws
The destruction of Bluebell Woods in Llanbradach has rightly caused outrage in the community – but the saga reveals wider questions about the planning system and the laws surrounding the protection of the flower.