​CCBC budget plans approved | ​New market traders announced for Ffos Caerffili
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​CCBC budget plans approved
CCBC Councillors met last week to agree the council’s budget for 2024/25, following a period of public consultation.
Cabinet Member for Finance, Cllr Eluned Stenner said “We are facing significant financial challenges over the next few years – the likes of which we have never experienced before.”
“It is clear that very difficult decisions will need to be made and our focus must remain on looking at how we deliver sustainable services that meet the present and future needs of our communities in an extremely challenging financial environment.”
The key elements of this year’s budget include:
* A 2.5% uplift in the Financial Settlement from Welsh Government for 2024/25
* A range of permanent and temporary savings totalling £31million
* The use of £10.6 million from the council’s reserves
* A 6.9% increase in Council Tax which will see the Band D precept rise from £1,353.01 to £1,446.37(an annual increase of £93.36 or £1.80 per week)
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New market traders announced for Ffos Caerffili
Ffos Caerffili
New traders have been revealed for Ffos Caerffili – Caerphilly’s own container-style market – which is set to open to the public on Friday, March 15.
The first of its kind in Caerphilly, a full programme of events has been announced across Friday and Saturday, March 15 and 16 to celebrate the launch of Ffos Caerffili, featuring live music, local school choirs and workshops led by Ffos traders.
The opening of the market indicates the first stage of the Caerphilly Town 2035 Placemaking Plan, with funding support from the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns Initiative.
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​We’ve simplified the ways you can pay your Council Tax
Council Tax payment methods
Caerphilly County Borough Council have improved the online council tax platform in which residents can use to pay their council tax.
70% of our residents currently pay their council tax by direct debit, and we’ve made this process simpler than it ever has been.
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Low cost home ownership - Aberbargoed
Low cost home ownership
We’re excited to launch our low-cost home ownership scheme with 2 brand new homes for sale in Oak Grove, Aberbargoed.
The 3-bedroom semi-detached houses are available through shared ownership and perfect for those on lower incomes who want to get a foot on the property ladder.
Estate agent Peter Alan is working with us to market the homes. To find out more about the homes and eligibility criteria please contact Peter Alan on 01495 364679.
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Caerphilly Cares Support Package available for families eligible for Free School Meals
Caerphilly Cares
The Caerphilly Cares Service offers access to a wide range of support initiatives for individuals and families who are vulnerable or in financial crisis.
If you or anyone you know need support, initial contact can be made to the Caerphilly Cares Team which provides residents with a single coordinated access point for information, advice and assistance.
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Caerphilly man guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to his dogs
Dog cruelty
On 8 February 2024, a Caerphilly man pled guilty at Cwmbran Magistrates Court to animal welfare charges, which included seven charges of failing to meet welfare needs of dogs under his care to the extent required by good practice and three charges of causing unnecessary suffering contrary to the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
Simon Hobbs (aged 46) was fined £360 for causing unnecessary suffering to five dogs including a pregnant Belgian Malinois. Hobbs was ordered to pay costs of £7,884 and a victim surcharge of £144. He was disqualified from keeping all animals for five years.
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Have your say Draft Waste Strategy
Waste Strategy
Caerphilly County Borough Council’s draft Waste Strategy public consultation is now live.
The Strategy sets out the strategic direction and longer-term plan to ensure that the Council meets and exceeds statutory recycling performance targets.
The public consultation offers the public the opportunity to get involved and have their say on the proposed implementation of the draft Waste Strategy.
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Fochriw Football Pitch To Be Renamed In Honour of Beloved Community Member
Football pitch
Caerphilly County Borough Council is proud to announce the renaming of the beloved football pitch to the “Glyn Davies Memorial Ground” in tribute to the late Glyn Davies.
As a pivotal figure in Fochriw, Glyn's significant contributions to both the local football scene and charitable initiatives have earned him a lasting place in the hearts of residents.
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Council Proudly Adopts Motor Neurone Disease Association Charter
Motor Neurone Charter
Caerphilly County Borough Council have proudly adopted the Motor Neurone Disease Association Charter (MNDA).
In February 2023, Leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, Cllr Sean Morgan, and Cllr Nigel George, Cabinet Member for Corporate Services, Property and Highways, met with the Campaign Contact of the Motor Neurone Disease Association Charter to discuss the importance of MND awareness and to explain the support they give to those living with MND, their carers, and families
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​18-month prison sentence for shop owner caught selling illegal tobacco
Illegal Tobacco
A Caerphilly shop owner has been sentenced to 18 months imprisonment for selling counterfeit cigarettes and tobacco.
Amanj Mawlod Tawfik, aged 36 of Bwlch Road, Cardiff was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment at Newport Crown Court on 26 January 2024
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Caerphilly Town Centre launches free public Wi-Fi
Caerphilly Wi-Fi
WiFi in Caerphilly is part of a wider provision that has already been rolled out in Bargoed, Blackwood, Newbridge, Rhymney, Risca and Ystrad Mynach.
The initiative aims to improve the experience for visitors of the high street by helping people to access online stores and to engage with local businesses online.
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Celebrate Mother's Day at Llancaiach Fawr
Llancaiach Fawr
Tea, cake and quality time. One of our Afternoon Teas would be a perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day with someone special in your life.
Afternoon Tea is available Tuesday - Sunday between 12:30pm and 3pm. Deposit required at time of booking.
Please phone 01443 412248 or email *LlancaiachFawr@caerphilly.gov.uk* for enquiries or to secure your place.
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Entries open for the Caerphilly Challenge Series – The Wild Boar!
The Wild Boar
*Saturday 11 May 2024.*
This year Caerphilly CBC’s Countryside and Landscape Service, in conjunction with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Caerphilly Adventure Group, Caerphilly Ramblers, Islwyn Ramblers and other partners, are once again throwing down a SERIOUS challenge for walkers and runners of all abilities.
As always… The Caerphilly Challenge Series will have routes suitable for all fitness levels and abilities.
There will be a challenge that suits you!
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Register now for the 2024 Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K and 2K!
Caerphilly 10k
The Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 10K is set to return on Sunday 12th May 2024 as well as the Bryn Meadows Caerphilly 2K fun run.
With May fast approaching, entries are now open to register your place for 2024. Whether you are looking to enter your first race, an experienced runner or just love running, join us and sign up today.
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Jobs with Caerphilly County Borough Council
Jobs
Caerphilly Council has more than 8,000 staff, working in over 600 services serving 181,000 residents.
We are a large and diverse workforce working at the heart of public service delivery.
We have a huge amount of careers – from jobs in HR, Finance and Planning to IT specialists, refuse collectors and carers. Your skills, experience and expertise could be just what we're looking for.
If you feel you can work as part of a team, where you can begin your career journey then join us, because together we make amazing things happen.
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Pension Credit
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