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Shipping Containers set to transform Porthcawl’s seaside economy
Monday 09 June 2025
A vibrant new waterfront initiative has been launched by the council’s Economic Development and Enterprise team to provide Porthcawl-based entrepreneurs with flexible short-term retail opportunities.
Bridgend County Borough Council and Cwmpas exceed targets to boost local economy
Wednesday 04 June 2025
From helping to create eight new businesses to providing development opportunities to over 130 existing businesses, the local economy in Bridgend County Borough has received a boost over the last year – and it’s thanks to an innovative partnership between social enterprise development agency Cwmpas and Bridgend County Borough Council.
Over £6,000 to be paid by convicted fraudster found misusing disabled blue parking badge
Wednesday 04 June 2025
A diligent investigation carried out by Bridgend County Borough Council’s fraud team has led to the conviction of a Swansea resident who has to pay over £6,000 for fraudulently using a disabled person’s blue parking badge in Porthcawl town centre.
Council to consult on new outdoor facilities guidance for proposed housing developments
Thursday 22 May 2025
Cabinet has approved the go ahead of a public consultation for the draft Outdoor Recreation Facilities Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) which provides planning direction for outdoor recreational spaces and facilities associated with new residential developments.
Leader and Cabinet positions confirmed at annual meeting of Council
Tuesday 20 May 2025
Members at Bridgend County Borough Council met on Wednesday 14 May for the Annual Meeting of Council to confirm the positions of Leader and Cabinet for the year ahead, and to elect a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor.
Tender process set to begin for new-build Mynydd Cynffig Primary School
Tuesday 20 May 2025
The process to appoint a contractor as part of plans for a new-build replacement Mynydd Cynffig Primary School is set to get underway following approval by Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet.
Council joins forces with local partners to support Dementia Action Week
Monday 19 May 2025
Bridgend Council Borough Council will be joining others across the UK in supporting the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Action Week – a nationwide event raising awareness of the importance of an early diagnosis for people affected by dementia and educating audiences on the most common symptoms of dementia.
Bridgend County Borough’s second Crimestoppers Zone launched in Brynmenyn
Monday 19 May 2025
A collaboration between Bridgend County borough and independent charity, Crimestoppers, has recently launched a Crimestoppers Zone located in Brynmenyn, Bridgend – the second of its kind in the county borough.
Pop-Up Space opens its doors in Maesteg Market
Wednesday 14 May 2025
A brand-new pop-up space has officially opened in Maesteg Market, as part of a creative opportunity from Bridgend County Borough Council’s Economic Development and Enterprise team.
Positive ethos of Maes yr Haul Primary School celebrated by Estyn inspectors
Wednesday 14 May 2025
An ethos promoting wellbeing and mutual respect between pupils and staff has been illuminated in a recent Estyn inspection of Maes yr Haul Primary School, based in Broadlands, Bridgend.