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View the latest news from Bridgend County Borough Council.
Council purchases Rhiw Shopping Centre in deal that promises to be ‘a game changer for the future of Bridgend town centre’
Monday 23 March 2026
The historic market town of Bridgend is set to be transformed following a deal between the private owners of the Rhiw Shopping Centre and Bridgend County Borough Council.
Bridgend Works
Friday 20 March 2026
Bridgend Works will provide a visible, responsive and proactive service focused on improving the cleanliness, appearance and day-to-day condition of neighbourhoods, town centres and community spaces across the county borough.
Council steps in to explore long-term options for the Garw Valley Community Route
Thursday 19 March 2026
Long-term options are being explored by Bridgend County Borough Council to secure the future of the Garw Valley Community Route following its part closure by Network Rail in 2024.
Maesteg Jobs Fair returns for another successful year
Monday 16 March 2026
Maesteg Jobs Fair returned to Bridgend County Borough last month for another successful event, organised by the Employability Bridgend team.
Work to get underway on new public space at Hillsboro South Porthcawl
Thursday 12 March 2026
Work to transform Hillsboro South car park in Porthcawl into a vibrant new public space is set to begin soon as part of a £1.3 million public realm improvement scheme, which includes a £600,000 grant from Welsh Government's Transforming Towns programme.
New seasonal funfair heads to Porthcawl
Monday 09 March 2026
A seasonal funfair featuring family rides, a big wheel, food stalls and more will soon head to Salt Lake as part of Bridgend County Borough Council’s plans for regenerating the waterfront area of Porthcawl and creating more opportunities for staging cultural and leisure events.
Funding breathes new life into popular community space
Thursday 05 March 2026
Things are looking a lot brighter (and greener!) at Pheasant Field in Pen y Fai, thanks to funding which has transformed the community area into a safer, more welcoming, and vibrant space for residents to enjoy.
Local businesses and employees shine at BEST Awards
Tuesday 03 March 2026
Local businesses and their employees were recognised at this year’s BEST Awards, hosted by the council’s Employability Bridgend team.
Bridgend County Borough Council sets its budget for 2026-27
Thursday 26 February 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council has agreed a net revenue budget of £408m for 2026-27 and this includes a commitment to protecting budgets for schools as well as investing into visible public realm improvements such as highways maintenance and street cleaning.
New Parkinson’s football sessions hailed a major success
Wednesday 18 February 2026
A new football initiative designed specifically for people living with Parkinson’s disease is making a massive impact in Bridgend County Borough, with participants and organisers calling the initiative a "game-changer" for the local community.