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Council clarifies row over inaccurate claims on sexual consent
Friday 25 April 2025
A local council has described a widespread news story which wrongly claims that older teenagers were being taught to accept dangerous and illegal sexual behaviour as being ‘a classic example of how misinformation can generate headlines’.
Bridgend Council unveils pop-up space in Maesteg Market
Thursday 24 April 2025
Bridgend County Borough Council's Economic Development and Enterprise team is excited to announce a fresh initiative designed to support local start-ups, creatives, and community groups right in the centre of Maesteg.
Bridgend Employer Support Training program launches
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Bridgend County Borough has officially launched the Bridgend Employer Support Training (BEST) program, a ground-breaking initiative designed to bolster businesses and enhance workforce capabilities across the region.
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet approve funding to support projects in Porthcawl and Coychurch
Monday 14 April 2025
Local projects in Porthcawl and Coychurch will be supported by Bridgend County Borough Council’s Town and Community Council Capital Grant Scheme following recent Cabinet approval.
New health-focused business opens in Bridgend Town Centre
Monday 14 April 2025
A fresh and vibrant business offering healthy lunches and smoothies has officially made its debut in the heart of Bridgend County Borough.
The Wales Wildfire Board are encouraging you to be Wildfire Wise
Thursday 10 April 2025
The Wales Wildfire Board are encouraging you to be #WildfireWise this spring and summer.
A whale of a time to had at Cosy Corner!
Thursday 10 April 2025
Local dignitaries, including Chris Elmore MP, Sarah Murphy MS, and Bridgend County Borough Council Leader, Cllr John Spanswick, gathered to launch the official opening of the marine inspired, all-new accessible children’s play area at Cosy Corner, situated in the popular waterfront area of Porthcawl.
Rogue traders investigation sees three members of the same family brought to justice
Tuesday 08 April 2025
Three rogue traders from the same family have been sentenced following a Shared Regulatory Services trading standards investigation into their illegal activities.
Rates relief scheme to continue support for eligible businesses in Bridgend County Borough
Monday 07 April 2025
Up to 780 local businesses will once again be eligible for business rates support after Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet agreed to adopt Welsh Government’s Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Rates Relief Scheme for the 2025/26 financial year.
Glowing Estyn report for Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School
Monday 07 April 2025
During a recent Estyn inspection, the many strengths of Pen-y-Fai Church in Wales Primary School were identified by inspectors, who praised the “happy and vibrant” school especially for its inclusivity and Early Years’ provision.