Wrexham’s social care faces a crisis amid rising poverty, service cuts, and increasing demand, leading to budget overspends. Wrexham Social Care Overwhelmed by Rising Poverty and Service Cuts Wrexham’s children’s social care budget increased substantially. It went from £15 million to £45 million in five years. Rhian Thomas, who runs Children’s Services, explained that poverty…
Newport Council pledges to revive streetlights and reopen toilets after budget revisions and public feedback on key services. Newport to Restore Street Lights and Toilets, Promises Council Leader Newport will restore street lights and toilets. Council leader Dimitri Batrouni made the promise. He aims for a practical budget in 2025/26 that focuses on everyday issues…
The Old Library in Wrexham is being transformed into a creative hub with rentable spaces, boosting the city’s artistic goals. Wrexham Old Library Refurbishment Continues Aiming for Creative Hub The old building on Queen’s Square will get a new purpose. It will become a hub for creative work in the city, offering rentable space for…
Wrexham Council’s decision to reverse 20mph speed limits may face a legal challenge over safety concerns. Wrexham Speed Limit Reversal Faces Legal Challenge, Opponent Warns Wrexham might face a legal issue because a previous decision reduced speed limits. It affected 52 roads in the area. The council voted to reverse these changes and want to…
Caerphilly Council aims for net zero by 2030. Despite progress, uneven results require further action and funding for climate goals. Caerphilly Council Committed to Carbon Neutral Target by 2030 Caerphilly Council wants to hit climate goals. They must stay focused, said the deputy leader. Cllr Pritchard said they cut emissions effectively. The council decreased CO2…
Wrexham Council aims to reverse 20mph limits on 52 roads by May 2025 after public consultation favored 30mph. Wrexham Set to Revert Roads Back to 30MPH by May 2025 After 20MPH Change Wrexham councillors agreed to change speed limits. They want to reverse 20mph limits on 52 roads, a decision made by the council’s Executive…
Report suggests redeveloping unused religious spaces in Wales to create 7,000 homes and tackle the housing crisis. Unused Churches Could Help Solve Wales Housing Crisis, Report Suggests A study found many spaces sit unused. The Bevan Foundation and Housing Justice Cymru did it. These spaces could be really helpful, but they are often not used…
New affordable, energy efficient homes in Deeside combat fuel poverty and boost resident well being. Scheme includes houses, apartments and bungalows. Deeside Residents Benefit From New Affordable Housing Scheme ClwydAlyn is building homes at Garden City in Deeside. This Northern Gateway project creates 100 new energy-efficient and affordable homes. Castle Green Partnerships builds them with…
Aldi’s proposed Aberystwyth store faces continued delays. Flood concerns persist despite efforts by Aldi and local representatives. Aberystwyth Aldi Store Plans Remain Stalled, No New Movement Aldi still wants to build a store in Aberystwyth. The plan is to use the old Kwik Save site, which has been empty for years. The council approved the…
Steve Witherden addresses Wrexham residents’ concerns about the Hafod Landfill odor and pushes for action from NRW and Enovert. MP Addresses Hafod Landfill Odor Concerns for Wrexham Residents Steve Witherden is an MP for Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr. He is working on an issue for Wrexham residents. It involves the Hafod Landfill site. The smell is…