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Thieves target local cemeteries and disrupt water supplies
Wednesday 29 November 2023
South Wales Police and Bridgend County Borough Council are urging residents to remain alert and to report any suspicious behaviour they may witness when visiting local cemeteries.
People urged to support Santa Appeal 2023 - it’s not too late to donate!
Tuesday 28 November 2023
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Social Services and Wellbeing department would like to thank everyone who has already donated to this year’s Santa Appeal and remind you that there’s still time to donate.
Cabinet approves council’s revised Safeguarding Policy
Tuesday 28 November 2023
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet has approved the updated Corporate Safeguarding Policy which ensures that the local authority is in alignment with Wales’ Safeguarding Procedures.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are core values at Coychurch Primary School
Tuesday 28 November 2023
In a recent Estyn inspection, Coychurch Primary School was praised for encouraging its learners to develop a good understanding of the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Council shows support for victims and survivors of domestic abuse
Monday 27 November 2023
White Ribbon is a UK-wide campaign, starting on 25 November, which aims to raise awareness of male violence towards women. The White Ribbon symbol represents the conviction that abuse, no matter what form it takes, is unacceptable.
Porthcawl Grand Pavilion construction works set to go out to tender
Thursday 23 November 2023
Bridgend County Borough Council’s Cabinet have agreed for the Porthcawl Grand Pavilion construction works to go out to tender following the completion of the design process.
Council agrees transfer of funds under Capital Programme to support final stages of town hall redevelopment
Wednesday 22 November 2023
Bridgend County Borough Council has agreed to the transfer of monies under its Capital Programme funding pot to support the final stages of Maesteg Town Hall redevelopment.
Consultation launched to shape council’s new Engagement and Participation Strategy
Tuesday 21 November 2023
Bridgend County Borough Council have recently launched a consultation to help shape how the council engages with residents about a range of important matters that affect communities right across the county borough.
Bryntirion Comprehensive School’s catering team scoop award!
Friday 17 November 2023
Recognised for their sterling service, the catering team at Bryntirion Comprehensive School stole the award for ‘Catering Team of the Year’ at the Lead Association for Catering in Education (LACA WALES) awards, held at the Vale Resort last month.
Pupils’ wellbeing is a top priority for staff at Garth Primary School
Wednesday 15 November 2023
During a recent Estyn inspection, it was noted that the wellbeing of pupils is of paramount importance to staff at Garth Primary School, generating an environment in which learners feel nurtured and safe.