08-08-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Caerphilly council's expressions of interest in libraries
The CAT process allows local community groups to take over the running of council-owned buildings, parks, or land.
This initiative is designed to enable these spaces to be managed by the community, ensuring they are used to meet local needs.
The council recently approved a refreshed CAT policy aimed at improving transparency, flexibility, and efficiency.
Following this, the council invited expressions of interest (EOIs) from prospective community organisations.
The former Abertridwr, Nelson, and Llanbradach library buildings were made available for transfer, and each received significant interest.
The council reported receiving a total of 11 EOIs from various organisations with community-based projects.
The council noted that Councillor Sean Morgan, leader of the council and ward member for Nelson, did not participate in any discussions or decisions related to the former Nelson Library building.
Applicants who have submitted an EOI have until September 30 to present their business cases.
The council is looking forward to reviewing these proposals and working with groups committed to making a difference in their communities.
This renewed approach to CAT underlines Caerphilly's commitment to empowering local people and giving them the resources to transform public assets for the benefit of all.
The council has expressed delight at the response to the CAT opportunities and is eager to work with the successful applicants to ensure the future success of these community assets.
