Changes to testing centres announced for Bridgend county borough
Thursday 26 August 2021
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has confirmed that new testing centres will open in Porthcawl and Coity this week.
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Youth hub plans for Bridgend town centre
Thursday 26 August 2021
Bridgend County Borough Council is looking into the provision of a new youth hub in Bridgend town centre.
Businesses welcome free car parking offer extension
Thursday 26 August 2021
Businesses across Bridgend county borough have welcomed news that several council-maintained town centre car parks will continue to be free to use.
Tractor and equipment delivered to Kenfig National Nature Reserve
Wednesday 25 August 2021
Machinery and equipment which was left with Bridgend County Borough Council (BCBC) for safekeeping while new management arrangements were put in place at Kenfig National Nature Reserve have been returned.
Mining disaster to be remembered at upcoming memorial service
Wednesday 25 August 2021
A remembrance service will be held at Parc Slip Nature Reserve on Thursday 26 August to commemorate the 129th anniversary of the Parc Slip Colliery disaster.
Recruitment drive launched for social care workers
Wednesday 25 August 2021
A new recruitment drive has been launched for social care workers in a bid to help meet the increasing need for care and support enabling people to be as independent, and as well as they can be, in their own homes.
Vandals warned after targeting Flying Start centre
Tuesday 24 August 2021
Vandals have been reported to South Wales Police after they were caught on CCTV attacking a centre which provides free support and help for young children.
Council working with BAVO on Afghan refugee scheme
Tuesday 24 August 2021
Bridgend County Borough Council is working with the Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations (BAVO) to determine how best volunteers can help support the Afghan refugee scheme.
Walk-in vaccinations made available for 16 and 17 years olds
Monday 23 August 2021
All community vaccination centres in the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board region are now accepting walk-ins from anyone aged 16 and over.
Council continues partnership with Shelter Cymru
Monday 23 August 2021
Bridgend County Borough Council is continuing to work in partnership with Shelter Cymru around its tailored support for people who are currently homeless or threatened with homelessness.