A-to-Z of Services: F

Fairer Notice Compliance – Data Matching

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We participate in the Cabinet Office’s National Fraud Initiative: a data matching exercise to assist in the prevention and detection of fraud

Families First

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A programme which offers support to families facing difficulties

Family Information Service

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Confidential information, and guidance on services available in Blaenau Gwent

FAQs

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points - Frequently Asked Questions

Fees

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Information on the charges for Pest Control services offered to residents

Fees & Charges

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List of fees and charges for ceremonies and venues in Blaenau Gwent

Fees & Payments

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Fees and payments required to obtain Building Regulations. We accept Cash, Cheque, Telephone Payments, BACS transfer and Internet Payments.

Festival Park

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Festival Park comprises of over 70 acres of parkland remaining from Garden Festival Wales

Festival Park Owl Sanctuary

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The Owl Sanctuary has over 50 birds of prey, including owls, hawks, falcons and buzzards

Find a Food bank or Food Support provider

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Within Blaenau Gwent we currently have a number of food banks/organisations providing help with food provisions for residents during this Cost of Living Crisis.

Find a Warm Hub

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Warm Hubs are places where people can gather in a warm, safe, welcoming place and enjoy a little company.

Find Your Collection Day

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Find out when your waste and recycling will be collected

fire

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Information and advice about bonfires in gardens, and complaining about nuisance which may be caused

Fireworks Safety

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Guidance on holding a public firework display

Fixed Penalty Notice - Dog Control

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Information on enforcement of dog fouling, and applicable fines

Flooding & Drainage

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What to do and who to contact in the event of flooding

Fly Grazing Horses

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What powers are available to deal with fly grazing horses and how to report them

Flying Start

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Intensive support programme for child under 3 living in disadvantaged areas

Food Hygiene Ratings

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Find the latest food hygiene ratings for businesses in the local area

Food Hygiene Training

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Information on training and certification requirements for food hygiene

Food Safety Advice

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Role of the Council in administering food safety laws, and the annual Food & Feed Law Service Delivery Plan

Food Waste Bags

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Collection Points

Foster Wales Blaenau Gwent

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Foster Wales Blaenau Gwent is the new name for your Local Authority fostering service.

Free School Meals

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Find out if your child can get free school meals, how to apply and make a general enquiry.

Freedom of Information Requests

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Make a request for information about you or operation of the council