Bridgend County Borough to host new national tennis academy
Wednesday 30 November 2022
Bridgend County Borough could become the future home of tennis excellence in Wales after planning permission was granted for an all-new national tennis academy.
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Cabinet approves the extension of the Frog Pond Wood Local Nature Reserve
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Bridgend County Borough Council welcomes the Cabinet’s decision to allow the extension of the Frog Pond Wood Local Nature Reserve to go ahead.
Praise for Pîl Primary School in latest Estyn report
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Staff and pupils at Pîl Primary School in Bridgend County Borough have been given a positive report by schools’ inspection body Estyn.
Council updates Town and Community Council Forum on new 20mph speed limit plans
Tuesday 29 November 2022
Bridgend County Borough Council have updated the Town and Community Council Forum about the new 20mph speed limits which are likely to be introduced across Bridgend County Borough.
Cabinet approves the Bridgend Biodiversity Duty Plan
Thursday 24 November 2022
The Cabinet of Bridgend County Borough Council has approved the Bridgend Biodiversity Duty Plan, 2022 to 2025, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to promoting the resilience of ecosystems.
New business venture is off to a smooth start with help of funding
Thursday 24 November 2022
A new coffee shop in Bridgend town centre has become the most recent beneficiary of funding from Bridgend County Borough Council and UK Steel Enterprise to help kick-start their business.
City Deal to provide funding for £3.5 million development in Maesteg
Wednesday 23 November 2022
Funding has been approved to transform a derelict former industrial site in Maesteg and make it suitable for mixed-use development featuring new homes, retail opportunities, business enterprise units and a railway park and ride facility.
Cabinet prioritises service for children and young people
Wednesday 23 November 2022
The Cabinet of Bridgend County Borough Council has agreed to extend the council’s links with Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Councils, in delivering the regional service for Independent Professional Advocacy and Independent Visiting - a statutory service for eligible children and young people.
Free Wi-Fi introduced in town centres
Friday 18 November 2022
Free Wi-Fi is now available in town centres across Bridgend County Borough with the aim of increasing connectivity among residents, businesses and visitors.
Council launches ‘Spend Christmas in your town centre’ campaign
Friday 18 November 2022
Today (18 November) Bridgend County Borough Council launches its ‘Spend Christmas in your town centre’ campaign, which encourages people to support local businesses and their local community.