A-Levels 2018: Strong results, but behind the Welsh average
While the Class of 2018 has apparently produced Wales’ best-ever A-Level results, despite excellent individual and whole-school performances, the overall …
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Reminder: Bus changes starting next week
Following the recent decision by Bridgend Council to withdraw financial support from some bus routes, First Cymru will introduce a …
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BCBC set to back “Energy Revolution” consortium bid
I’ve already covered plans for district heat systems in Bridgend town centre and Caerau, but another proposed green energy programme …
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How has the Councillor Community Fund been used?
In 2017-18, Bridgend Council set up a £285,000 fund which would enable councillors to spend up to £5,000 on projects …
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Future of public toilets in Bridgend to be decided next week
Following the decision to cut bus subsidies (though some were given a last-minute reprieve – more here), BCBC’s Cabinet is …
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What other improvements does Bridgend railway station need?
A few weeks ago, the £1million revamp of Bridgend railway station was completed, followed by an official opening by the …
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Options for car parking reforms revealed
After a process that started in 2014, officers have finally drafted a set of recommendations to BCBC’s Cabinet for changes …
Read More Decision due on bus subsidy cuts (Update: Decision Made)
Next week, Bridgend Council’s Cabinet will discuss controversial proposals to make a £188,000 cut to supported bus routes, with the …
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Are council wards about to change in Bridgend?
There’s still a few weeks left to have your say on future reform councillors and council wards in Bridgend county. …
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BCBC-RNLI summer lifeguard partnership set for 3-year extension
Later this morning, Bridgend Council’s cabinet is to discuss an extension to the summer lifeguard scheme, provided by the RNLI …
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Councillors asked to commit £2.3million towards Cardiff City Region
On Wednesday, BCBC councillors will be asked to vote to approve the business plan for the Cardiff Capital City Region …
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Four-year plan to boost tourism in Bridgend county
Bridgend Council’s cabinet is set to discuss a new four-year plan to develop the county as a tourist destination …
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1,500 empty properties: What is BCBC doing?
The issue of empty home and business properties in Bridgend county – report here (pdf) – is due to be …
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Councillors updated on town centre regeneration progress
Next Monday (12th February), a BCBC Scrutiny Committee will meet to discuss progress on town centre regeneration(pdf). Here’s a run …
Read More Bridgend Council launches bus service cuts consultation
Back in September 2017, I wrote about proposed cuts to subsidised bus services in Bridgend county (Bus Routes & …
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What’s in the South Wales Metro plan for Bridgend?
The process is somewhat shrouded in secrecy, but some idea of what’s planned for Bridgend county (and the rest …
Read More Community Asset Transfer progress to be discussed by BCBC committee
A Bridgend Council scrutiny committee will get a chance to quiz officers and cabinet members on their Community Asset …
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Key Porthcawl land sale terms agreed: What next?
As revealed in this week’s Glamorgan Gazette, a provisional deal between the Evans family and Bridgend Council for the sale …
Read More Porthcawl & Cornelly projects chosen for BCBC cash
Since 2016-17, BCBC has made £100,000 available each year for town & community councils to fund certain projects. The allocations …
Read More Bus Routes & Public Toilets “Under Review” (Again)
Amongst the items on the agenda at next week’s Bridgend Council Cabinet meeting are proposals to make possible cuts to …
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Elvis Festival granted licence after “shambolic process”
With only a week to go until the annual Elvis Festival takes place in Porthcawl, Bridgend Council’s Licensing Committee have …
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Bridgend Conservatives hit by senior resignations
Update: 08/09/2017: Cllr. Ken Watts has since confirmed the three resignations were nothing to do with electrification (I’ve been told …
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Bridgend Summer Playscheme Details 2017
(Pic: Bridgend & Porthcawl Gem) Bridgend’s schools started their summer holidays this week. That means 6 weeks of children complaining …
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Rest Bay Watersports Centre plans revealed
(Pic : EPT Partnership via Bridgend County Borough Council) As part of joint BCBC-EU plans to develop Porthcawl as a …
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Bridgend 2017: Wards to Watch
With one week to go until polling day my coverage of the local elections is drawing to a close. Some …
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