GET IN TOUCH
As your local Councillors in Canton, we can help residents on a range of issues, such as council tax, bin collections, housing issues, social services, schools and roads and pavements.
Please use the contact form to get in touch with us. Please remember to provide as many details as possible, including your name, address, issue, and full contact details.
We also hold face-to-face and online surgeries using Zoom/Microsoft Teams. At each session, we’ll be available to help with local issues. Click here to book an appointment.
🚨 Short Breaks Scheme and Carers Support Fund 🚨
The Welsh Government has recently announced that unpaid carers in Wales will continue to receive additional support to take well-earned breaks from their caring role.
The Short Breaks Scheme and Carers Support Fund will receive £3.5m and £1.75m from 2025 to 2026 from the Welsh Government. These schemes are in addition to local authorities' duties to provide appropriate support for carers.
The Short Breaks Scheme is on track to deliver or exceed the target of 30,000 additional short break opportunities by March 2025. This extension will continue to help unpaid carers in Cardiff and across Wales to take breaks from their responsibilities to support their wellbeing.
The funding can be used, for example, for short holidays, activity days and cinema trips. It can also support carers in pursuing a hobby or sport.
The Carers Support Fund provides emergency financial support for unpaid carers of all ages on low incomes to pay for essential items. This could be food, a household item or a utility bill. In addition, the fund also provides information to help people manage finances and ensure they are claiming all benefits and entitlements.
Find out how to access the support available at
www.cardiff.gov.uk/ENG/resident/Benefits-and-Grants/Benefits-and-grants-for-disabled-people/Pages... and carers.org/around-the-uk-our-work-in-wales/carers-support-fund-wales-programme#faq-123 ... See MoreSee Less
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🌟 Apprentice, Trainee & Graduate Opportunities in Cardiff Council! 🌟
This week is National Apprenticeship Week, and it’s the perfect time to shine a light on the incredible opportunities apprenticeships bring to individuals, businesses, and communities. Apprenticeships are more than just a job – they’re a chance to learn, grow, and build a career while earning.
Cardiff Council proudly supports this mission by offering apprenticeship opportunities across various sectors.
Cardiff Council is committed to helping people of all ages and backgrounds kickstart their careers. The apprenticeships are designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and experience you need to succeed in the workplace and beyond.
If you or someone you know is looking for a fresh start or a new career path, now is the time to explore what’s on offer! Check out the latest opportunities here:
👉 www.jobscardiffcouncil.co.uk/apprentice-trainee-graduate-opportunities/ ... See MoreSee Less
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South Wales Police are informing residents of a new public-facing initiative to help people avoid being scammed. If you get a phone call that seems 'off' and think it might be a scam, stop, hang up and dial 159 to speak directly to your bank. By dialling this number, you can get to your bank safely and securely every time.
For more information, here's the link to 'STOP SCAMS UK'
stopscamsuk.org.uk/campaign/get-help-now/
Fraud and scams are now the most common crime in the UK. For more information on scams, please visit our website:
www.south-wales.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/fa/fraud/personal-fraud/prevent-personal-... ... See MoreSee Less
STOP, HANG UP, CALL 159 - Stop Scams UK
stopscamsuk.org.uk
How it works 159 works in the same way as 101 for the police or 111 for the NHS. It’s the number you can trust to get you through to your bank safely and securely, every time. So if you think someon...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🚨 Applications for 2025 nursery places now open 🚨
Applications for nursery school places are now open! Parents with children who turn three between September 1 2024 and August 31 2025 can now apply for a part-time nursery place to start in September 2025.
Apply here: orlo.uk/l1Rs9
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📢 Cardiff Council's Budget 2025 Consultation 📢
The Council's Budget Consultation provides an essential opportunity for all residents to have their say. It is a short survey seeking your views on various budget proposals.
The link here will allow people to have their say directly: online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/07f3eb7f-0384-43d8-b71d-bb9581d56af3
The survey is also available in paper format at Cardiff's Hubs and libraries. These can be returned at the Hub or library using the blue ballot box or in one of the supplied FREEPOST CRC envelopes. (No further address needs to be written).
There is also a child/youth-friendly version for younger residents to complete: online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/4d8666a1-aa56-4c4d-abcc-0c81dba3b15e
More information about Cardiff Council's Budget can be found on the Council's website: www.cardiff.gov.uk/ENG/Your-Council/Council-finance/Council-Budget/Pages/default.aspx
📅 The closing date for responses is Wed 5th, February, and with this date rapidly approaching, residents are recommended to complete the survey online or to use a blue Ballot box for a speedy return. ... See MoreSee Less
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➡ Surgery this Saturday with Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury: (25th January) ⬅
Do you need help from your Canton Councillors? Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury will hold a surgery this Saturday at Canton Library.
👇🏽 Details 👇🏽
📌 Venue: Canton Library, Library St, Cardiff CF5 1QD.
📆 Date: 25th January 2025
⏲ Time: 10am-11am
No appointment is necessary.
At the surgery, Jasmin will be available to see residents and help with local issues such as:
✅ council tax;
✅ bin collections;
✅ housing issues;
✅ social services;
✅ school education and adult learning;
✅ transport, roads and payments;
✅ parks, playgrounds and open spaces;
✅ leisure centres and activities for all ages;
✅ supporting vulnerable people;
✅ community safety and crime reduction; and
✅ planning and building regulation.
Cllrs Jasmin Chowdhury and Susan Elmore hold regularly fortnightly surgeries at Canton Library.
If you are unable to attend this weekends surgery, you can either come to the subsequent surgery at the same venue or contact Jasmin and Susan using the details below:
➡ Cllr Jasmin Chowdhury:
📩 Email: [email protected]
➡ Cllr Susan Elsmore:
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Your child may be eligible for the School Essentials Grant – have you checked?
Receiving the School Essentials Grant will not affect your tax or other benefits; your child’s school will also get funding!
Claim what’s yours: orlo.uk/vuifA ... See MoreSee Less
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The Welsh Blood Service needs 350 donors to come forward every single day to supply hospitals in Wales.
Book your lifesaving donation at orlo.uk/RIFzO ... See MoreSee Less
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🥳🚨 Fitzalan High School excels in latest Estyn inspection 🥳🚨
Fitzalan High School has received glowing recognition in its most recent inspection conducted by Estyn, the Inspectorate for Education and Training in Wales.
The report states that the school's work is characterised by high expectations, strong leadership, reflective self-evaluation, and close links with its local community.
The inspection highlights the school's commitment to fostering a highly caring, inclusive, and high-achieving environment for its diverse student body.
Read more here: www.cardiffnewsroom.co.uk/releases/c25/34852.html
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Well done 👍