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Hello Subscriber,
Waste and recycling arrangements for the upcoming August bank holiday have now been confirmed.
There will be no collections on Monday 26 August, and as a result all collections that week will be one day later than usual until Saturday 31 August.
Residents are asked to place their recycling and waste at their property’s edge by 7am on your collection day.
Community recycling centres at Brynmenyn, Maesteg and Pyle will remain open as normal.
For more information on waste and recycling collections, please visit our website.
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Fantastic GCSE results for schools in Bridgend County Borough
Congratulations to pupils across Bridgend County Borough, who will have received their GCSE results today (Thursday 22 August 2024) and plenty of support is on offer for all learners.
Lots of pupils have achieved fantastic grades in schools throughout the county borough, with many choosing to continue their education in sixth form or college, while others have chosen to begin an apprenticeship or delve into the world of employment instead.
If you didn’t quite get the results you were hoping for and are unsure about what the future holds, don’t panic as there are lots of options available:
- Talk to your school who can offer advice and support on what options are available to you.
- Visit the Careers Wales website where there are plenty of resources available to help.
- Look at some of the current job vacancies on the Bridgend County Borough Council website.
- Consider an apprenticeship where you can work alongside industry professionals, earn a wage, and develop your skills – for more information visit the Welsh Government website.
Support is also available from Employability Bridgend, visit our website for more information.
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Join the fun at The Bridge’s Summer Party next Friday!
There’s still time to purchase your tickets for The Bridge Kids Club summer party on Friday, 30 Aug, 11am – 3pm, at The Bridge Mentoring Plus Scheme, 46-48 Dunraven Place, Bridgend, CF31 1JB.
A fantastic day of family fun is planned with exciting activities, delicious food, and entertaining games for everyone.
Get your tickets now and be part of the excitement!
How to buy tickets – tickets are £1 per child and are available to be purchased from The Bridge’s community hub.
All ages welcome - children must be supervised at all times.
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Retail Space Available on Porthcawl Seafront!
Looking to boost your small business in a prime location? We have a fantastic retail space available to rent on Porthcawl Seafront!
This is the perfect chance to grow your business in a vibrant and bustling area.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to establish your presence in the heart of Porthcawl.
Visit our website for more information about how to apply. Please Share with anyone who might be interested!
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 Businesses Alert: Can you help celebrate children and young people in Bridgend County Borough?
Bridgend Corporate Parenting Board are looking for local businesses to help sponsor their 'Children and Young People Achievement Awards 2024', which celebrate children and young people aged 5 - 21 years old, who are either looked after by Bridgend County Borough Council or are care leavers from the council.
There are 11 children and young people’s awards to choose from to sponsor, or perhaps you could help sponsor the whole event or provide refreshments and activities to make the day a success.
As a valued partner, your company, brand, and message will be aligned with the Corporate Parenting Board and the Children and Young People Achievement Awards 2024. All our packages are flexible and can be adapted to suit the needs of your business.
To view sponsorship packages and to register and interest, please visit our website to download a copy of the Sponsorship Information and Media Pack.
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Active Travel: Have your say at public engagement sessions in Bridgend County Borough.
Residents are invited to a series of public engagement sessions in Llynfi Valley and Bridgend town to discuss the design of active travel schemes in the areas.
The engagement sessions will offer residents an opportunity for the public to have a look at and discuss maps and plans for active travel in the areas.
The engagement session for Llynfi Valley will take place at Maesteg Town Council Offices, Talbot Street, CF34 9YB on Wednesday 11 September, between 4.30pm and 7pm.
The Bridgend town engagement session will take place on Wednesday 18 September, between 4.30pm and 7pm, at Civic Offices, Angel Street, CF31 4WB in Committee Rooms 2/3.
Please visit our website to read more about Active Travel.
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 Bridgend County Borough Council named as Wales’ lowest costing provider of waste services
We have been ranked the lowest costing provider of waste services in Wales, and among the lowest costing local authority providers for recycling collections in a recently published report by the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA).
To maintain our commitment to cost-effective service delivery, and enhance the efficiency of the service, Councillors have approved a necessary investment in five new waste and recycling vehicles in addition to the refurbishment of three existing collection vehicles.
Please visit our website to read more about our commitment to cost effective waste and recycling.
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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:
- 3 September- Bridgend Masonic Hall
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:
- Senior Practitioner - Kinship and Permanence
- Early Years Emerging Needs Support Officer (Up to 31 March 2025)
- Relief General Kitchen Assistant (Several schools available)
- Breakfast Club Supervisor (Coety Primary)
- Social Worker - East Integrated Cluster Teams
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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