The Vale 50+ Forum are hosting their first ‘Have Your Say’ social event of the year on Thursday 21st March from 2-4pm at YMCA Barry, and everyone is invited.

GVS and the Vale of Glamorgan Council are involved in the development of a new networking group to promote and raise awareness of community activity taking place in Barry.

This e-mail is to inform you that as of the 5th of April, I am standing down as Coordinator for Vale Baby Basics after seven and a half years. We are currently looking for a replacement, via the Trustees at Coastlands and with support from Baby Basics UK.

The Government-backed Energy Company Obligation (ECO) aims to help eligible households install energy efficiency solutions at no cost to you(1) thereby reducing energy bills and improving the warmth of residents’ homes.

In March 2021 the Vale of Glamorgan Council introduced Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) regarding dog fouling and controlled alcohol zones to several public open spaces. The purpose of a PSPO is to restrict persistent anti-social behaviour in public spaces.  

Monday 5th February 2024, 10am - 12pm

Barry Library

What3Words Campaign launched in partnership with the VOG Council Glamorgan Heritage Coast Team, NHS, National Coast Watch Institute & Coast Guard, RNLI and community partners to assist walkers and families out enjoying the Vale coastline

ASC Accredited Training, Room Hire and in need of extra office space East Cardiff/St Mellon?

Date & Time: Every Thursday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Location: The Pod - Golau Caredig, Broad Street, Barry CF62 7AZ

Date & Time: Tuesday 30th of January 2024 10am to 12pm

Location: The Pod - Golau Caredig - Broad Street, Barry CF62 7AL

The closing date for comments is the 21st January 2023.

CAVRA - The Civil Aid Voluntary Rescue Association provided assistance to The Dinas Powys Community Flood Group (DPCFG) on Monday 1st January 2024, following concerns about rapidly rising river levels in the area.

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The Vale of Glamorgan Neighbourhood Watch Association held its Annual General Meeting in the Council Offices in Barry on October 16th. Graham Sillett from Barry was elected as Chair, Jane Wattleworth from Penarth was elected as Vice-Chair and Dr. David Ellis from Llantwit Major was elected as Treasurer.

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Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) will be closed for the festive period from Friday 22nd December until Tuesday 2nd January 2024.  We hope you have a peaceful time and we look forward to serving you in 2024.

The consultation period runs for 10 weeks between Wednesday 6th December 2023 and Wednesday 14th February 2024. The closing date for the submission of comments is 23:59 on Wednesday 14th February 2024. The Council will also be holding a series of on-line and in person engagement sessions at which information on the Preferred Strategy and how to make comments will be available.