New mayor and deputy mayor for Bridgend county borough
Friday 16 October 2020
A new mayor of Bridgend County Borough Council has been elected at the local authority’s first remote annual meeting.
News
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Pandemic restrictions to remain in place
Friday 16 October 2020
Following a new review of local pandemic restrictions that have been imposed on 15 different areas in Wales, Welsh Government has confirmed that the restrictions are to remain in place within Bridgend County Borough for the time being.
Mixing households indoors driving virus infections
Thursday 15 October 2020
Socialising with people from outside your household, house parties and a lack of social distancing are driving transmission rates across Bridgend County Borough, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Apply for secondary school places online
Thursday 15 October 2020
Secondary school admissions for September 2021 open on Monday 19 October at 10am and it’s quick and easy to apply online.
Council and partners support National Adoption Week
Thursday 15 October 2020
Bridgend County Borough Council has been working in partnership with Western Bay Adoption service to promote National Adoption Week (12-18 October).
Supermarket served with Improvement Notice
Thursday 15 October 2020
Supermarket served with Improvement Notice
Cabinet to receive report on domestic abuse service
Thursday 15 October 2020
The Cabinet of Bridgend County Borough will meet next week to consider a report on how domestic abuse services can be provided in future.
Nine green spaces receive prestigious Green Flag awards
Wednesday 14 October 2020
Keep Wales Tidy has unveiled this year’s Green Flag Award winners, with nine parks and green spaces from across Bridgend County Borough recognised for their high standards.
Statement re congregational prayers at funeral services
Wednesday 14 October 2020
Bridgend County Borough Council has welcomed the clarity provided by Welsh Government that congregational prayers are permitted at funerals.
Council leader welcomes new 5G service in Porthcawl
Tuesday 13 October 2020
Bridgend County Borough Council leader Huw David has welcomed the launch of a new 5G service in Porthcawl.