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Hello Subscriber,
We would like to make residents aware of a fake parking notice which has been placed on vehicles in Bridgend.
Whether the fake ticket has been created to prevent motorists from using a particular parking space or used as a practical joke, it could still be classed as attempted fraud and could have very serious consequences.
Residents are advised to contact the council if they have any concerns about whether their Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) is genuine or not. Often, fake notices contain spelling mistakes and may not include information such as the specific charge for example.
If any members of the public have any similar concerns, they are asked to email fraud@bridgend.gov.uk or call 01656 643376.
Please visit our website to read more about the importance of reporting fraud.
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Expressions of interest open for Bridgend Tourism Events Support Fund
Are you looking to hold an event which attracts tourists in Bridgend County Borough?
If so, you are now able to express an interest in the Bridgend Tourism Events Support Fund, which aims to boost the number of overnight visitors from outside the area.
The grant scheme is open to organisers of tourism events, who will be actively promoting Bridgend County Borough to locations across the United Kingdom, between the period of April 2024 and January 2025.
The fund will support events with the purpose of boosting the local economy by generating revenue for local businesses, creating jobs, or promoting the region as a tourism destination. The varied landscape of Bridgend County Borough has previously hosted major events such as the Elvis Festival and the prestigious Senior Open golf tournament.
Priority will be given to events which are new to Bridgend County Borough or events which can demonstrate significant potential for growth. Existing events will also be considered for support where the applicant can show how they intend to add value compared to previous years, for example by increasing capacity, adding new elements or by introducing spin off or complimentary events.
Tourism Event Organisers are asked to visit the council’s website for further information and to complete the expression of interest form.
Our tourism team are keen to hear from event organisers about their ideas. Please contact events@bridgend.gov.uk to arrange an informal chat.
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School pupils take part in anti-littering workshops
Pupils at Coety and Litchard Primary schools recently took part in a series of anti-littering workshops as part of the Council’s ‘Love-It, Don’t Trash It’ campaign.
To promote the campaign, which consisted of interactive workshops delivered to pupils by ADA Recycling, and litter-picks and science-based workshops facilitated by Naturequest, pupils were asked to design a poster that encourages residents to bin their waste.
Wining pupils Tilly Williams, aged 8, from Coety Primary, and Millie Watkins, aged 11, from Litchard Primary School, will see their fantastic anti-littering designs displayed as stickers on litter bins throughout the areas.
The ‘Love It, Don’t Trash It!’ campaign has previously taken place in Maesteg, Porthcawl, Brackla, the Ogmore Valley, the Garw Valley and Pyle, Kenfig Hill and Cefn Cribbwr.
The campaign is a joint project run by Bridgend County Borough Council with funding from the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Waste Grant.
Please visit our website to read more about recycling and waste.
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 10,000 trees to be planted in the Ogmore Valley to tackle climate change and habitat loss!!
As part of our commitment to redressing climate change and habitat loss, we will be planting 10,000 trees annually at Aber Fields in the Ogmore Valley, known locally as the Planka.
The scheme, which is starting today (15 February), is a phased programme of works involving tree planting, wildflower meadow and wet land creation and the removal of non-native species.
The first phase will involve planting over 5,000 native tree species, starting within the current planting season in February 2024.
As a result of these works, the scheme will create a more ecologically diverse area, promote habitat connectivity and benefit species at the top of the Ogmore Valley.
The works are being funded through Bridgend County Borough Council and Welsh Government’s Local Places for Nature Fund.
The other phases of the scheme will scheduled in subsequent years/seasons and subject to finances.
Please visit our website to read more about nature and the environment.
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 Have your say: Strategic Equality Plan Objectives 2024-2028 consultation
We'd like to hear the views of residents, elected members and all other stakeholders on the proposed Equality Objectives 2024-2028.
We have developed a draft set of equality objectives for the council based on the following themes:
• Access to services
• Protecting our most vulnerable
• Living standards
• Participation and engagement
• Learning
• Employment
Closing date: 29 February 2024.
Please visit our website to have your say on our Strategic Equality Plan objectives.
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Update on Ynysawdre active travel route works
Work on the new active travel route in Ynysawdre by Bridgend County Borough Council is expected to be completed next month (March 2024).
The first layer of tarmac is now complete and the final layer will follow in the next few weeks. Landscaping will now progress along with the installation of street lighting.
With Welsh Government funding for active travel routes across Wales, the 430m long route is located in Ynysawdre and runs through an area of previously overgrown and wooded land, bounding the north side of Brynmenyn Primary School and the east side of Coleg Cymunedol Y Dderwen.
Further updates in due course.
Please visit our website to read more about active travel routes.
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PopUp Wales and Cwmpas launch new projects to support businesses across Bridgend County Borough
PopUp Wales and Cwmpas have launched two new projects to support businesses across Bridgend County Borough.
The Social Enterprise Programme will be led by Cwmpas and will provide workshops, business advice, networking, and masterclasses to help social enterprises and community organisations to become more sustainable.
They will also help to promote, adapt, and diversify existing products and services to respond to market demand.
Meanwhile, Urban Foundry’s PopUp Wales initiative supports start-ups and small business by matching affordable pop-up space across the county borough with great business ideas.
Helping people find a short-term space to test the market, grow their business and develop an idea, PopUp Wales also provides 1-2-1 business advice, workshops, and events to support businesses on their journey.
For more information, please visit the below websites:
Both projects will be running in Bridgend County Borough until 31 March 2025 and are fully funded by UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.
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 Support on hand for New Look (Maesteg) staff
We are supporting staff at the Maesteg branch of New Look following news that the store is planning to close this month once the current lease on its Talbot Street premises comes to an end.
Alongside representatives from Careers Wales and the Job Centre, the council’s Employability Team has met with staff to offer help and advice about finding alternative work or training to acquire new skills.
Officers have also been liaising with New Look to try and locate alternative premises that will enable them to retain a presence within Maesteg town centre, and have shared details about property improvement grants and other incentives that may encourage them to stay.
Visit our website to read more about the support available through Employability Bridgend.
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 Give blood and save lives!
The need for blood has never been more important. Can you help? Welsh Blood Service need more people from the Bridgend area to sign up as donors to help patients across Wales.
Appointments are available at:
- 23 February- Tesco Extra Bridgend (CF31 3SQ)
- 27 February- Tesco Maesteg (CF34 9DS)
Please be advised that if you have recently had a Covid-19 vaccination, then you must wait two days before making a blood donation.
Book your appointment to help save lives today.
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 We are recruiting!
We have several exciting job opportunities available and are currently recruiting for the following positions:
- Civil Parking Enforcement Officer - Neighbourhood Services
- Team Manager – Adult Safeguarding & Deprivation of Liberty
- School Catering (range of roles and locations available)
- Headteacher - St Mary's Primary School
- Home Care/Support Worker - Support at Home
Find out more about current vacancies and apply online today.
Sign up to our new weekly jobs bulletin to be the first to know about our latest job opportunities.
The bulletin will be sent straight to your inbox, all you need to do is sign up online.
Find out more and sign up online today!
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Emergency support is available
We would also like to remind residents that a range of emergency support continues to be available:
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