Caerphilly Council shortlisted for 3 Welsh Local Government Awards
Caerphilly County Borough Council has been shortlisted for three categories at the Welsh Local Government Award 2026. The Council’s flagship later living scheme, Tŷ Darran, has been shortlisted in the ‘Place Shaping’ category, recognising its innovative approach to housing that brings together sustainability, cutting-edge design and meaningful co-creation with residents to deliver a bold vision…
Plaid Government risks Welsh defence jobs with investment freeze
Welsh Conservative Leader Darren Millar MS has warned that the Plaid Cymru Welsh Government risks jobs and investment in Wales after an announcement that decisions on investment in the defence sector should be put on hold. In a statement issued yesterday, Cabinet Minister Adam Price said that “all decisions related to investment in the defence sector…
Early progress update on flood alleviation work in Aberaman
Thanks to residents in Aberaman for attending our recent public event, to find out more about the flood alleviation work that is ongoing at Cardiff Road and Maes-y-Ffynon Lane. Around 25 people dropped into the Sobell Leisure Centre in Aberdare, to speak with officers and the contractor about the scheme that will significantly increase the…
A carpet fitter and a chef – Kyle and Adam on their new paths as Ambulance Care Assistants
Two men, two different backgrounds but a shared passion to help people and work within communities across Wales. Kyle Davis and Adam Wheeler Davies are encouraging others to follow in their footsteps in becoming Ambulance Care Assistants with the Welsh Ambulance Service. ACA’s take patients to and from hospitals, day centres, treatment centres and clinics. They…
Cynon Gateway Link Road: council talks up “progress” as tender timeline keeps slipping
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has issued another update on the long-delayed Cynon Gateway Link Road, insisting the scheme “remains a commitment” — but a look at the underlying procurement paperwork and trade press coverage shows a project whose start date keeps receding, more than a decade after it was first conceived alongside the A465 Heads…
Free tennis weekends coming to Caerphilly parks
Residents are being invited to pick up a racket and enjoy free tennis sessions at five park sites across Caerphilly county borough this September. Barclays Big Tennis Weekends offer people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to try tennis for the first time, rediscover the sport or enjoy playing with family and friends. Each…
Tŷ Darran community blooming with new gardening project
Community is blooming at Tŷ Darran, with the launch of a new gardening project. Tŷ Darran, a flagship later living scheme in Risca, was officially opened by Caerphilly County Borough Council in March 2026; with residents moving into their new homes soon after. The Council’s Caerphilly Homes team worked with SCAPE, a public sector framework…
Money on your mind? The HMRC app has it covered
More than 56% of people say they weren’t prepared for life’s financial milestones with one in four admitting they lack basic knowledge about money matters but are too embarrassed to ask, according to new research. A recent HMRC survey into customers’ online habits revealed that while the majority wished they’d learnt about big financial moments…
Rhondda man jailed for multiple drugs offences
Christopher Hallett, 32 from Porth was sentenced to two years in prison following his conviction. The sentencing took place at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday September 1 where Hallett pleaded guilty to one count of being concerned in the supply of a controlled drug of class b – cannabis, one count of possession with intent…
Recent developments and social public works clauses for Welsh construction contracts over £2m
Welsh public bodies and contractors entering into construction or outsourcing contracts with Welsh Government and Welsh public bodies need to be aware of the new socially responsible reporting duties, the new model clauses for works contracts over £2m and the public services outsourcing and workforce code, write Kate Howell and Jan Cumming. Background Y Deddf…