Coronavirus antibody test produced in Pencoed
Wednesday 10 June 2020
An antibody test produced in Pencoed is being used throughout the UK to tell whether people have had coronavirus.
News
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10 06 20 Covid-19 update
Wednesday 10 June 2020
As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues, Bridgend County Borough Council is continuing to focus its resources on providing essential services and protecting vulnerable residents.
Council confirms position on controversial statues
Wednesday 10 June 2020
Following national protests and demonstrations as part of the Black Lives Matter movement, Bridgend County Borough Council has confirmed that it does not look after or maintain any controversial statues of historical figures in the area.
Bridgend Business Forum launches free online webinars
Tuesday 09 June 2020
Bridgend Business Forum are about to launch a free online webinar programme exclusively for forum members, where a line-up of expert speakers from a variety of different business backgrounds will be discussing a plethora of topics of interest to all businesses.
Language and Play storytime, craft and singalong song
Tuesday 09 June 2020
Language and Play officers in Bridgend county borough have recorded a series of book readings, songs and craft sessions to enable young children to continue to develop, learn and play during the coronavirus pandemic.
09 06 20 Covid-19 update
Tuesday 09 June 2020
As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues, Bridgend County Borough Council is continuing to focus its resources on providing essential services and protecting vulnerable residents. The following information provides a summary of latest developments.
Council marks Carers’ Week 2020 in a different way this year
Monday 08 June 2020
Carers’ Week (8 – 14 June) in Bridgend County Borough will be marked with the launch of a new ‘Carer’s identification card’ and a series of online events aimed at all carers.
Council commits £1.2m for new modular classrooms
Monday 08 June 2020
Council commits £1.2m for new modular classrooms at Mynydd Cynffig Primary School for infants.
Helping homeless young people in Bridgend County Borough
Monday 08 June 2020
A council project is supporting homeless young people in developing new skills, find permanent accommodation and ensure they have the best start in life.
Youth Council discuss life under lockdown
Monday 08 June 2020
Bridgend youth councillors have held a virtual meeting with the mayor of Bridgend County Borough to discuss the impact of the current lockdown on young people.