Councillor Ben Thomas has reported on Twitter this evening that, “scaffolding [is] going around Gelynis footbridge tomorrow.” He also states that the repairs could take 2 weeks to complete. @mytongwynlais scaffolding going around Gelynis footbridge tomorrow. Could take 2wks for full repair. Will know more soon. — Ben G Thomas (@BenjaminGThomas) March 11, 2015 People … more…
On Tuesday 3rd March we hosted a Tweet Chat with the parliamentary candidates that want to be your next MP. Below is an edited highlight of the discussion that took place. To follow all the candidates on Twitter, visit our election hub. [View the story “Cardiff North 2015 Tweet Chat” on Storify] Thanks to all … more…
OK, we’re not suggesting the general election is as exciting as a blockbuster movie but we just wanted to experiment with ideas for engaging voters. There are large numbers of young people who aren’t registered to vote. Bite the Ballot are campaigning to encourage people to register. February 5th is National Voter Registration Day. FACT: … more…
Elin Walker Jones – Plaid Cymru “Elin is originally from Carmarthenshire, and presently lives in Bangor with her spouse and four children. She was educated at the Grammar School for Girls, Carmarthen and Cardiff University, and trained professionally in Cardiff and Bangor. Elin has worked in the NHS in a variety of locations in Wales, … more…
As part of the Cardiff Debate, the City of Cardiff Council’s consultation process, there’s a ‘Stepping Up’ workshop in Radyr on the 3rd of February. The aim of this workshop is to, “raise awareness of the opportunities and benefits of developing independent, sustainable community organisations to deliver local public services and to run community buildings.” … more…
Whitchurch library is facing closure as a result of the council’s proposed budget cuts. The recently published “Changes for Cardiff” document proposes: “Council funding will be withdrawn from Rhiwbina and Whitchurch Libraries and the facilities offered as an opportunity for community ownership or commercial interest.” There’s been an immediate response by library users who oppose … more…
I've just discovered this website and found the railway article was fascinating. Looking forward to learning more about the history…