Council News Archives

Council, Police and Fire working together to reduce risk of arson

Wrexham Council, North Wales Police and North Wales Fire Authority are working together to reduce the risk of arson in the run-up to Bonfire Night.

Enforcement Team Gets Tougher On Litter Louts and Dog Owners

Wrexham County Borough Council is prepared to use the law to ensure that dog fouling and litter problems are tackled head-on. The Authority already serves more £75 fixed penalty notices than any other Council in North Wales and is warning offenders they will take them to court if they fail to pay.

Out of Date Food Costs Tesco £10,000

Wrexham Magistrates have fined Tesco Stores Limited £7,600 and ordered them to pay £2,191 prosecution costs for selling out of date food at their store at Crescent Road, Wrexham.

New Chief Human Resources Officer

A new Chief Human Resources Officer has been appointed to Wrexham County Borough Council. Lucy Crumplin was brought up and educated in Blackwood, South Wales and is a graduate of Cardiff University, having gained a BA Joint Hons Degree in English Literature and Psychology. She is a Graduate Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and has also achieved a MSc in Human Resources at Southbank University.

Young People's Double Celebration

Youth groups from all over Wrexham took part in a successful and rewarding Participation Celebration at the Ramada Plaza Hotel. The day also included the launch of www.youngwrexham.co.uk, the information website aimed at 11-25 year old young people who live, work or study in Wrexham.

Council Looking for Independent Members on Standards Committee

Wrexham Council are currently advertising for two independent members to sit on the County Borough's Standards Committee.

Local Democracy Week: Wrexham School Pupils Competition

As part of Local Democracy Week (15th - 21st October), Wrexham County Borough Council has devised a quiz competition for Wrexham school pupils. The prize for the winning entrant is the opportunity to shadow the Leader of the Council for a day.

Animal Health Update

Foot and Mouth Movement - Guidance and Licences

In line with recent veterinary advice the Welsh Assembly Government has decided to extend the range of movements allowed for animals susceptible to Foot and Mouth Disease under strict bio-security arrangements to address immediate issues in line with the Contingency Plan.

Notice of Election for a County Borough Councillor for the Stansty Electoral Division

An election is to be held for a County Borough Councillor in respect of the Electoral Division named above.

Plas Madoc Triumphs at Racecourse for 2nd Year Running

The final of the mini world cup tournament which took place at the Racecourse ground on 15th September saw Plas Madoc triumph in both the under 15s and the under 18s finals for the second year running.

Update - Foot and mouth Disease: Livestock keepers are urged to be vigilant

In line with recent veterinary advice the Welsh Assembly Government has decided to allow limited movement of animals susceptible to Foot and Mouth Disease under strict bio-security arrangements to address immediate issues in line with the Contingency Plan.

Foot and mouth Disease - Movement Guidance and Licences

In line with recent veterinary advice the Welsh Assembly Government has decided to allow limited movement of animals susceptible to Foot and Mouth Disease under strict bio-security arrangements to address immediate issues in line with the Contingency Plan.

Foot and Mouth Disease - GB wide national movement ban

Following the investigation of suspected Foot and Mouth Disease at Egham on the Surrey/ Berkshire border, a GB wide national movement ban of all pigs, cattle, sheep and other ruminants has been imposed. Throughout the country no animal movements are allowed except under licence.

Pride in your Streets Launched by Wrexham Council

Residents living in Wrexham can look forward to a cleaner, greener and safer environment after Wrexham Council launched its new initiative "Pride in your Streets". The initiative gives residents one easy point of contact to report issues affecting their streets, highways and open spaces.

Thanks to All Wales in Bloom Supporters

Sponsors of Wrexham's entry into the Wales in Bloom competition attended a celebration event recently and were thanked for their hard work and support by Wrexham Council.

Over 200 pupils have returned to a brand new school following the completion of Ysgol ID Hooson in Rhos

The school which has opened on the former Pant Brickworks site has taken less than 12 months to complete and marks the start of work on the refurbishment of the English medium school at the former Ysgol Rhos site.

£30,000 Road Improvements for Penley

Drivers passing through Penley are set for a smoother ride following resurfacing on parts of the A539 between Hollybush Lane and Penda's Park.