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View the latest news from Bridgend County Borough Council.
Marking Carers’ Week across Bridgend County Borough
Monday 08 June 2026
Today marks the start of Carers Week 2026, which is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contribution of unpaid carers across Bridgend County Borough.
Number of children in care falls as council makes improvements to service
Thursday 04 June 2026
The Corporate Parenting committee of Bridgend County Borough Council has heard how the number of children in care is decreasing thanks to greater investment in the workforce, lower caseloads, earlier intervention and support for families and a greater emphasis on improving the stability of care environments.
Refurbishment of Maesteg Welfare Park play area officially complete with new and inclusive play features
Thursday 28 May 2026
The refurbishment of the play area at Maesteg Welfare Park has now been officially completed as part of Bridgend County Borough Council’s ongoing investment in community play areas across the county borough.
Work to begin on Bridgend Bus Station clock tower refresh
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Work to refresh the clock tower at Bridgend Bus Station is set to begin shortly after funding was secured through Bridgend County Borough Council’s Public Realm programme.
Pride in Place funding to make positive impact across Bridgend County Borough
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council has announced the first successful recipients of the Pride in Place Impact Fund (PiPIF) small grants.
Stay safe advice issued as temperatures forecast to rise
Friday 22 May 2026
With hot weather forecast to hit Bridgend County Borough over the spring bank holiday weekend, residents and visitors are urged to remember a few simple rules that will help them keep safe and well.
Boost to community tennis in Bridgend County Borough following new agreement with Tennis Wales
Friday 22 May 2026
Community tennis in Bridgend County Borough is set to receive a boost from a new long-term operator agreement with Tennis Wales to deliver coaching, activities and court maintenance across several local sites.
Bridgend County Borough Council’s education services praised by Estyn for its commitment to children and young people
Thursday 21 May 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council’s education services have been praised by Estyn for delivering strong outcomes for children and young people across the county borough.
Local authority foster carers share ‘breakthrough’ moments this Foster Care Fortnight
Tuesday 19 May 2026
The first time a child laughs, opens up about their day, asks to watch a film; these are moments that many might take for granted, but for foster carers they symbolise one thing, a breakthrough.
Council marks Dementia Action Week 2026
Monday 18 May 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council will be supporting the Alzheimer Society’s Dementia Action Week, with a series of events happening across the county borough.