Owen Donovan
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Oggy Bloggy Ogwr/State of Wales. AFC. Metalhead.
#Bridgend
#IndyWales🏴
Council publishes final budget for 2026-27; Council Tax set to rise by 4.7%, slightly lower than the draft budget
#Bridgend
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Council publishes final budget for 2026-27
Council tax set to rise by 4.7%.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/council-publishes-final-budget-for-2026-27/
about 10 hours ago
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Council to consult on changes to taxi MOT testing
#Bridgend
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Council to consult on changes to taxi MOT testing
Two options are set to go out for consultation more than three years after a petition called for changes.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/council-to-consult-on-changes-to-taxi-mot-testing/
about 10 hours ago
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The final series of Indy Q&A posts on defence looks at civil defence options, beginning with the possible military role.
#IndyWales
#Annibyniaeth
stateofwales.com/2026/02/what...
5 days ago
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Plans to extend riverside social housing development submitted
#Bridgend
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Plans to extend riverside social housing development submitted
22 social homes could be built at Ffordd Melin Ddwr/Waterton Lane.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/plans-to-extend-riverside-social-housing-development-submitted/
7 days ago
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Report highlights how Bridgend’s schools have adapted to the new curriculum
#Bridgend
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Report highlights how Bridgend's schools have adapted to the new curriculum
Estyn picks out good practices by local schools for other schools to learn from.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/report-highlights-how-bridgends-schools-have-adapted-to-the-new-curriculum/
7 days ago
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Council considers “Quiet Lane” pilot
#Bridgend
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Council considers "Quiet Lane" pilot
"Quiet Lanes" in rural areas can be shared by drivers with non-motorised road users.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/council-considers-quiet-lane-pilot/
10 days ago
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Town Centre Access: Confusing signs lead to fines
#Bridgend
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Town Centre Access: Confusing signs lead to fines
Existing signs said to confuse drivers over who is allowed into the town centre and where, as new traffic order work continues.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/town-centre-access-confusing-signs-lead-to-fines/
10 days ago
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Council set to adopt Cardiff’s approach to school behaviour; concerns raised over under-reporting of sexual harassment and misogyny incidents
#Bridgend
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Council set to adopt Cardiff's approach to school behaviour
Councillor highlights under-reporting of sexual harassment and misogyny in education settings.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/council-set-to-adopt-cardiffs-approach-to-school-behaviour/
10 days ago
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Maesteg Hospital’s Future: What we know so far
#Maesteg
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Maesteg Hospital's Future: What we know so far
A summary of what's happened to date as Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board weigh up options for a new healthcare centre.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/maesteg-hospitals-future-what-we-know-so-far/
14 days ago
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Llanmoor Homes submits a planning application for 23 social homes to the south of Bettws
#Bridgend
#Garw
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Developer returns with reworked housing proposal at Bettws
Llanmoor Homes submits plans for social housing development at City Farm.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/developer-returns-with-reworked-housing-proposal-at-bettws/
14 days ago
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Council outlines delivery plans for UK Government community project fund
#Bridgend
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Council outlines delivery plans for UK Government community project fund
BCBC to receive £3 million as part of "Pride in Place" scheme.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/02/council-outlines-delivery-plans-for-uk-government-community-project-fund/
14 days ago
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January's State of Wales update, continuing the defence theme with a look at national security. Firstly, national security policy.
#Cymru
#Annibyniaeth
#IndyWales
stateofwales.com/2026/01/what...
27 days ago
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Disagreement over Bridgend Council’s education-based approach towards fly-tipping as an alternative to enforcement/fines
#Bridgend
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Disagreement over Bridgend Council's approach to fly-tipping
Cabinet Member defends council's focus on education and prevention.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/01/disagreement-over-bridgend-councils-approach-to-fly-tipping/
about 1 month ago
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Pencoed bridge replacement “still a priority”; Cabinet Member surprises with “not a town” suggestion
#Pencoed
#Bridgend
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Pencoed bridge replacement “still a priority”; Cabinet Member surprises with "not a town" suggestion
Opposition councillor criticised BCBC's "bereft" vision for Pencoed.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/01/pencoed-bridge-replacement-still-a-priority-cabinet-member-surprises-with-not-a-town-suggestion/
about 1 month ago
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Council publishes draft budget plans for 2026-27: schools core budget protected, but council tax set to increase by 4.95% (as things stand).
#Bridgend
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Council publishes draft budget plans for 2026-27
School budgets set to be protected; council tax could increase by just under 5%.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/01/council-publishes-draft-budget-plans-for-2026-27/
about 1 month ago
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Bridgend Council will be asked to approve a £1.6 million project to open a council-run residential care home for children, potentially saving BCBC £300,000 per year.
#Bridgend
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Council asked to approve £1.6 million children's residential home
Proposal could save BCBC up to £300,000 per year, but faces tight timescale.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/01/council-asked-to-approve-1-6-million-childrens-residential-home/
about 1 month ago
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New £60 million Special School set to face further delay
#Bridgend
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New £60 million Special School set to face further delay
Proposed opening date for replacement Heronsbridge School set to be pushed back to 2028.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2026/01/new-60-million-special-school-set-to-face-further-delay/
about 1 month ago
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Aldi has been granted planning permission for a new supermarket on the outskirts of Brackla
#Bridgend
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New supermarket approved
Aldi has secured planning permission for a new store on the outskirts of Brackla.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/new-supermarket-approved/
about 2 months ago
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Valleys2Coast submits scaled-back Wyndham House plans
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Valleys2Coast submits scaled-back Wyndham House plans
Bridgend Town Council in talks over the installation of new public toilets as part of the redevelopment.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/valleys2coast-submits-scaled-back-wyndham-house-plans/
about 2 months ago
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Cabinet Member leaves post
#Bridgend
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Cabinet Member leaves post
Caerau's Cllr. Paul Davies resigns from the Cabinet; mini-reshuffle sees new job-share arrangement.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/cabinet-member-leaves-post/
about 2 months ago
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120 homes are proposed at Craig-y-Parcau, to the south of Broadlands.
#Bridgend
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Housing development proposed at derelict care home site
Bellway Homes submits application for a development at Craig-y-Parcau to the south of Broadlands.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/housing-development-proposed-at-derelict-care-home-site/
2 months ago
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Council’s budget group publishes 2026-27 budget recommendations
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Council's budget group publishes 2026-27 budget recommendations
New cross-party group opposes further cuts to school budgets; calls for South Wales Police to pay towards CCTV costs.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/councils-budget-group-publishes-2026-27-budget-recommendations/
2 months ago
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Council to set clearer guidelines for truancy fines
#Bridgend
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Council to set clearer guidelines for truancy fines
The parents/guardians of any child whose attendance falls below 90% could face a fixed penalty notice.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/council-to-set-clearer-guidelines-for-truancy-fines/
2 months ago
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Council to update licensing policy to improve guidance for small and large-scale events
#Bridgend
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Council to update licensing policy to improve guidance for small and large-scale events
Draft policy, if approved, will last for five years.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/12/council-to-update-licensing-policy-to-improve-guidance-for-small-and-large-scale-events/
2 months ago
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Tying in with the recent posts on defence, two quick looks at very different alternative models. Firstly, introducing a form of national service.
#Wales
#Cymru
#IndyWales
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2 months ago
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The next series of State of Wales posts. Firstly, four potential options for a Welsh armed forces ranging from home defence focus to a fully-fledged NATO member.
#IndyWales
#Annibnyiaeth
stateofwales.com/2025/11/what...
3 months ago
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Owen Donovan
Scarred For Life
3 months ago
KEEP OUT (1972): A masterclass in shocking minimalism, this 15 second PIF warning kids of the dangers of messing about by train tracks leaves its horrors to the imagination. I have vivid memories of this one popping up during kid's shows on ITV!
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Bridgend Council expects repair work to homes in Caerau affected by the Arbed insulation scandal to be finished round March 2026. However, work has only been completed at one property to date.
#Caerau
#Maesteg
#Bridgend
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Arbed repair works set to be completed in Spring/Summer 2026
All faulty external insulation has been removed from affected properties in Caerau, but only one property has had its work fully completed to date.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/arbed-repair-works-set-to-be-completed-in-spring-summer-2026/
3 months ago
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Bridgend Council has backed a motion for local government pensions to be invested ethically, including divestment from fossil fuel companies (and others).
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Council backs call for ethical local government pension investmentn
BCBC supports motion calling for the Wales Pension Partnership to no longer invest in companies that do social or environmental harm.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/council-backs-call-for-ethical-local-government-pension-investment/
3 months ago
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Nothing about Farage is original. Knock off Enoch Powell, now apparently an Anal Cunt tribute act.
add a skeleton here at some point
3 months ago
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Park Street air quality monitoring shows further improvement, though two stations continue to exceed maximum NO2 levels. Air quality along main roads in Bridgend County has continued to improve across the board (with a few exceptions).
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Park Street air quality monitoring shows further improvement
BCBC still expects Park Street to comply with legal limits for nitrogen dioxide during 2026.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/park-street-air-quality-monitoring-shows-further-improvement/
3 months ago
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Cymru Premier side Penybont FC has submitted a planning application for a new Community & Performance Hub at the DragonBet Stadium - which will include improved toilet facility for supporters.
#Bridgend
#CymruPremier
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Penybont seeks to upgrade facilities for players and supporters
Proposed hub building would improve toilets for spectators and conditioning facilities for players.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/penybont-seeks-to-upgrade-facilities-for-players-and-supporters/
3 months ago
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Bridgend Council is set to consult on an extended/new public spaces order targeting dog fouling and dogs off leads.
#Bridgend
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Council set to extend dog control order
Order gives BCBC powers to fine irresponsible dog owners.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/council-set-to-extend-dog-control-order/
3 months ago
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Bridgend Council's Planning Committee has approved plans which will see the troubled HMP Parc's capacity increase to over 2,000 prisoners.
#Bridgend
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Prison expansion plans approved
Capacity at the troubled HMP Parc to increase to over 2,000 inmates.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/prison-expansion-plans-approved/
3 months ago
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Full plans submitted for Coity Road drive-thru
#Bridgend
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Full plans submitted for Coity Road drive-thru
Application submitted days after public consultation closes.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/full-plans-submitted-for-coity-road-drive-thru/
3 months ago
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Council launches final Porthcawl regeneration masterplan
#Porthcawl
#Bridgend
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Council launches final Porthcawl regeneration masterplan
Cabinet believes the final proposals take residents' views into account.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/11/council-launches-final-porthcawl-regeneration-masterplan/
3 months ago
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Owen Donovan
Darth Putin
3 months ago
Russia's 1st humanoid robot was revealed today. A bit like a mobik, it fell over as if shot and our efforts at hiding the disaster convinced no one.
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This month's State of Wales update focuses on the NATO question (and related matters). First up, the pros and cons of NATO membership itself.
stateofwales.com/2025/10/how-...
#Wales
#IndyWales
#Annybyniaeth
4 months ago
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Council rejects proposed town & community council reforms
#Bridgend
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Council rejects proposed town & community council reforms
Council will reconsider the minimum population they believe is needed for an effective community council following backlash.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/council-rejects-proposed-town-community-council-reforms/
4 months ago
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Agency no-show sinks flood debate; council focused on improving preparedness
#Bridgend
#Flooding
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Agency no-show sinks flood debate; council focused on improving preparednessn
More than 100 frequently flooded culverts were said to have been visited 5,800 times during 2024-25.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/agency-no-show-sinks-flood-debate-council-focused-on-improving-preparedness/
4 months ago
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Taxis granted Bridgend town centre access under revised traffic order plans
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Taxis granted Bridgend town centre access under revised traffic order plans
Cabinet agrees to extra recommendations following scrutiny committee "call-in".
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/taxis-granted-bridgend-town-centre-access-under-revised-traffic-order-plans/
4 months ago
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Three sections of road set to return to 30 mph
#Bridgend
#Porthcawl
#Pencoed
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Three sections of road set to return to 30 mph
Draft orders out for consultation until 31st October.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/three-sections-of-road-set-to-return-to-30-mph/
4 months ago
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McDonald’s returns with Bridgend drive-thru proposal
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McDonald's returns with Bridgend drive-thru proposal
Fast food chain launches public consultation on proposal at Coity Road.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/mcdonalds-returns-with-bridgend-drive-thru-proposal/
4 months ago
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Bus route set to serve nature reserve and village again after 6-year gap
#Bridgend
#Porthcawl
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Bus route set to serve nature reserve and village again after 6-year gap
A bus grant is set to fund the reinstatement of the 63B service through Maudlam and Kenfig village.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/bus-route-set-to-serve-nature-reserve-and-village-again-after-6-year-gap/
4 months ago
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A cross-party scrutiny committee voted to "call in" a proposed 18-month trial of new traffic rules in Bridgend town centre. The proposal will now be reconsidered by BCBC's Cabinet
#Bridgend
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Town centre traffic order sent back to Cabinet
Cross-party support sees "experimental" traffic order sent back for a re-think.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/town-centre-traffic-order-sent-back-to-cabinet/
4 months ago
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Data centre campus at former Ford engine plant approved
#Bridgend
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Data centre campus at former Ford engine plant approved
American IT company, Vantage, could build up to 10 data centres over the next 15 years.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/10/data-centre-campus-at-former-ford-engine-plant-approved/
4 months ago
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Following on from foreign policy, State of Wales moves onto defence. Firstly, what would Wales need to consider when drafting a defence strategy/policy?
#Wales
#IndyWales
#Annibyniaeth
stateofwales.com/2025/09/what...
5 months ago
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Council set to lobby for developers to face “real consequences” for failing to meet obligations
#Bridgend
#Planning
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Council set to lobby for developers to face "real consequences" for failing to meet obligations
Proposed motion suggested a register of "rogue developers" in line with rogue landlords and tradespeople.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/09/council-set-to-lobby-for-developers-to-face-real-consequences-for-failing-to-meet-obligations/
5 months ago
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Opposition councillors push for town centre traffic reintroduction following “unofficial trial”
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Opposition councillors push for town centre traffic reintroduction following "unofficial trial"
Six-monthly town council survey reveals 19% of Bridgend's town centre shops are empty.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/09/opposition-councillors-push-for-town-centre-traffic-reintroduction-following-unofficial-trial/
5 months ago
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Council Leader rules out legal action over river & beach pollution, but praises work of volunteers to remove tons of rubbish from the River Ogmore and Porthcawl's beaches.
#Bridgend
#Porthcawl
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Council Leader rules out legal action over river & beach pollution
Opposition councillor wants assurances from Welsh Water that local sewerage infrastructure can cope with demand.
https://oggybloggyogwr.com/2025/09/council-leader-rules-out-legal-action-over-river-beach-pollution/
5 months ago
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