Plans for new economic task force approved
Tuesday 30 June 2020
The Cabinet of Bridgend County Borough Council has approved plans for the creation of a new post-pandemic Economic Task Force.
News
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Businesses encourage people to shop safe – shop local!
Monday 29 June 2020
With shops reopening across Bridgend County Borough, residents can look out for window stickers and certificates indicating that businesses have completed free online training on how to keep customers safe from exposure to the coronavirus.
Covid-19 update from Bridgend County Borough
Monday 29 June 2020
As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues, Bridgend County Borough Council is focusing its resources on providing essential services and protecting vulnerable residents. The following information provides a summary of latest developments.
Number of mourners allowed to attend funerals to increase
Friday 26 June 2020
The number of mourners permitted to attend funerals at Coychurch Crematorium and council-maintained cemeteries in the county borough will increase from 10 to 20 from Monday, June 29.
Cabinet to discuss plans for second phase of empty properties grant scheme
Friday 26 June 2020
Bridgend County Borough Council’s (BCBC) cabinet will discuss next week the second phase of a grant scheme aimed at helping property owners and first time buyers getting empty properties back into use.
Council plans ahead to help prevent flooding
Friday 26 June 2020
The cabinet of Bridgend County Borough Council will receive a report next week on how the authority is working to prevent flooding throughout the area.
New Welsh Government start-up grant to support new businesses
Friday 26 June 2020
Welsh Government has announced a start-up grant to support new businesses dealing with the severe impact of coronavirus.
Covid-19 update from Bridgend County Borough
Friday 26 June 2020
As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues, Bridgend County Borough Council is focusing its resources on providing essential services and protecting vulnerable residents. The following information provides a summary of latest developments.
Huge team effort by teachers in preparing online learning materials for over 13,000 primary school pupils
Thursday 25 June 2020
Just over three months ago, a whole new world opened up to thousands of pupils in Bridgend county borough as online learning replaced the traditional school day for many.
Temporary barriers and street markings to help keep shoppers safe
Thursday 25 June 2020
With many shops and businesses now able to reopen across Bridgend county borough, residents can expect to see a range of temporary changes designed to help keep them safe and reduce potential exposure to coronavirus.