Two pubs served with closure notices

Monday 12 October 2020

Two pubs in Bridgend county borough ordered to close at the weekend for failing to minimise the risk of exposure to coronavirus on the premises have now had their closure notices lifted.

Fund to support creative freelancers affected by Covid-19

Friday 02 October 2020

A new £7m fund is being launched on Monday, October 5 to support freelancers in the cultural and creative sectors who are facing financial challenges as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak.

Arrangements at cafes, pubs, bars and restaurants

Thursday 01 October 2020

People are being reminded about some of the arrangements in place when they visit pubs, bars and restaurants to help keep them as safe as possible during the coronavirus pandemic.

New signage promotes social distancing in town centres

Monday 28 September 2020

New pavement signs and posters for shops have been created to encourage people to social distance while shopping in Bridgend town centre, Maesteg and Porthcawl.

Town centre survey results support pandemic response

Thursday 10 September 2020

Hundreds of people have taken part in a recent survey of local residents to help Bridgend County Borough Council understand how the coronavirus pandemic has changed the way they shop and visit town centres.

Shielding employees returning to work

Monday 07 September 2020

Guidance for employers on supporting the return to the workplace of shielding employees has been published on the Healthy Working Wales website.

Grants totalling £680,000 issued to small charities

Friday 28 August 2020

Almost 70 small charities within the retail, leisure and hospitality sector in Bridgend county borough have received a total of £680,000 between them from a Welsh Government business rates support grant to help them respond to the financial challenges of Covid-19.

New outdoor adaptations grant for businesses

Wednesday 26 August 2020

Property or business owners located in one of Bridgend county borough’s urban centres are being invited to apply now for grants of up to £10,000 for outdoor adaptations that facilitate social distancing in external areas.

New grant scheme for childcare providers

Tuesday 25 August 2020

A New Welsh Government grant scheme is being launched today (Monday, August 24) for childcare providers.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard scheme now available

Wednesday 19 August 2020

Businesses are being encouraged to join a scheme which seeks to provide additional help or assistance for customers with a hidden disability.