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Council explores partnership investment for new Porthcawl 3G sports pitch
Monday 21 September 2026
Opportunities are being explored by Bridgend County Borough Council and partners to develop a new 3G artificial grass pitch at Porthcawl Comprehensive School, which could provide improved sports facilities for pupils, local clubs and community groups.
Council reports ‘good progress’ on bringing waste and recycling service in-house
Thursday 17 September 2026
Bridgend County Borough Council is making good progress with plans to bring its waste and recycling service back under direct council control from July 2027.
Residents’ views to help shape next steps on dog control in Bridgend County Borough
Thursday 17 September 2026
The findings of a 12-week public consultation on proposed measures to tackle dog fouling and irresponsible dog control across Bridgend County Borough are set to be considered by Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet on 22 September 2026.
Positive outlook for window business following council’s funding support
Monday 14 September 2026
A local window business who has recently moved their premises to Bridgend County Borough have been awarded funding and support from Bridgend County Borough Council.
Bridgend County Borough Council launches Project SEARCH supported internship programme
Thursday 10 September 2026
Bridgend Country Borough Council has welcomed its first cohort of Project SEARCH supported interns, marking the launch of the programme at the council.
Pathways to Care programme offers opportunities to develop a career in social care
Thursday 10 September 2026
Following the success of previous ‘Pathways to Care’ courses, the council’s Adult Social Care and Employability Bridgend teams are offering another opportunity for people looking to enter the field of social care.
Council action gives new lease of life to long-term empty property in Maesteg
Tuesday 08 September 2026
A Maesteg property that has been empty for 30 years is set to be given a new lease of life after Bridgend County Borough Council was successful in securing a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to help bring it back into use.
Upgraded pitch boosts community sport in Bridgend County Borough
Friday 04 September 2026
A six-figure investment has transformed an artificial sports pitch at Bryntirion Comprehensive School, creating a high-quality facility for pupils, grassroots teams and the wider Bridgend community.
Free school meals extended to more secondary school pupils in Bridgend County Borough
Thursday 03 September 2026
More secondary school pupils in Bridgend County Borough will be eligible for free school meals from the 2026-27 school year, following changes to Universal Credit eligibility thresholds.
Parking ticket machines across Bridgend County Borough to be upgraded
Wednesday 02 September 2026
Work to upgrade parking ticket machines at five council-operated car parks across Bridgend County Borough is due to begin this month.