Author: Rhys Gregory

Caerphilly County Borough Council is reminding owners of empty homes that there is still time to apply for a grant to renovate their property. Through the Welsh Government National Empty Home Grant Programme grants of up to £25,000 are available to renovate empty properties to make them safe to live in and improve their energy efficiency.  The grant is available for Owner Occupiers to renovate empty homes that have been empty for at least 12months. Cllr Shayne Cook, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, said “Tackling the issue of empty properties is a key priority for the Council.  As well…

Park tennis courts in Blaenau Gwent have been officially reopened after a £37,516.70 renovation, managed by the LTA, and funded by the UK Government and LTA Tennis Foundation and Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. Tennis courts in Six Bells Park, which are among those to have benefited from this investment, hosted a ceremony attended by Alun Davies MS; Blaenau Gwent Council’s Deputy Leader Cllr Helen Cunningham and local councillors, along with representatives from the LTA. There was an opportunity for people from the local community to pick up a racket and get on court for a range of tennis sessions.…

Young people at risk of leaving education will be provided with meaningful work experience as part of efforts to ensure they reconnect with their education, Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles has announced this week. Following on from a successful pilot, the half a million-pound scheme will support up to 500 learners aged 14-16, in years 10 and 11 in 2023/24. They will benefit from high quality work experience placements, in a sector that appeals to them as part of wider Welsh Government work to prevent and reduce youth unemployment. Careers Wales advisers will work with schools and…

Embarking on a property renovation project can be exciting yet challenging and nerve-wracking, as you may not know what to expect. It requires careful planning, budgeting, and execution if you want to bring about the desired transformation. From envisioning the end result to taking the first practical steps, this journey will be filled with crucial decisions that will shape the outcome of your project. To help you navigate this complex process successfully, we’ve compiled a handy guide outlining nine crucial steps you should take before you begin your renovation project. Each step plays a vital role in ensuring your renovation…

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Cloverlands Model Car Museum in Mid Wales, which is home to a collection of around 5,000 model cars, is to host its first ever car meet and model valuation day Sunday, July 2. Members of the Mid-Wales Classic Vehicles Club will be showing off their vehicles alongside the museum, located inside the Connections Heritage Centre at Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway (www.wllr.org.uk) in Llanfair Caereinion (postcode SY21 OSF), from 11am. Tickets for a train ride on thus railway this weekend include free entry to the model car collection. A model car valuation specialist will attend to value any models that…