A-to-Z of Services: R

Rail Services

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rats

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Information on the charges for Pest Control services offered to residents

Ray Gunter

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On Friday 6th December 2013, Torfaen MP Paul Murphy unveiled a commemorative plaque in honour of Ray Gunter, the Llanhilleth born former Labour MP and Cabinet Minister. The plaque was placed in the railway station of his hometown in recognition of his time as President of the Transport and Salaried Staff Association.

Ray Gunter

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On Friday 6th December 2013, Torfaen MP Paul Murphy unveiled a commemorative plaque in honour of Ray Gunter, the Llanhilleth born former Labour MP and Cabinet Minister. The plaque was placed in the railway station of his hometown in recognition of his time as President of the Transport and Salaried Staff Association.

Recent Applications

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See a weekly list of the latest planning applications

Reception admissions

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Apply for a reception place in Blaenau Gwent for your child

recycling

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

referee

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On Friday 24th January 2014 the Blue Plaque to honour Mervyn was unveiled by by fellow Welsh Referee, Clive Thomas. Like Mervyn, Clive was a world class referee, appearing in the 1974 and 1978 World cup finals and countless international and top European matches.  Clive said, ’I am highly honored to be asked to unveil this plaque. I held Mervyn in immense respect because he was a very strict referee and knowing that he, a fellow Welshman had got to the very top, fuelled my ambition. ’

refuse

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

Register a Birth

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Where to go and what to bring for a birth registration appointment

Register a Death

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Where to go and what to bring for a death registration appointment

Register a Still-birth

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Information on registering a still birth

Register to vote

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Use the gov.uk online electoral registration service

Renew your Marriage Vows

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Information on a renewal of your vows

Rent Smart

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Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is responsible for the enforcement of housing standards within Blaenau Gwent.

Rentokil

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Information on the charges for Pest Control services offered to residents

REPAIR

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Don’t throw your broken items away, get them repaired

Report it

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Report a suspected breach of your consumer rights

Report possible benefit fraud

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What is classed as fraud and how to report a suspected case

Report Unauthorised Works

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How to report unauthorised works

Residential Care Adults

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Care home services available in Blaenau Gwent

Resilient Greater Gwent

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The Resilient Greater Gwent project is being funded by Welsh Governments Enabling of Natural Resources and Well-being Grant.

respite

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Information on getting assessed for assistance and how we can help

Review of polling districts and polling places/stations

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Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has a duty to divide the local authority area into polling districts and designate a polling place for each relevant polling district.

Riding Establishment Licence

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Apply for a licence to hire horses or ponies for riding or riding instruction

Road Safety - Education

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Road Safety Advice for Young Drivers, Passengers & Pre-Drivers

Roadworks Updates

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Link to the latest road works in Blaenau Gwent, and HoV dualling project

Rogue Traders

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Trading Standards Officers in Blaenau Gwent are warning the public and business community to be on their guard against potential rogue traders who may be operating in the area.

Ron Burgess

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The blue plaque was unveiled on12th November 2014 by former Wales goalkeeper, Neville Southall saying, ’It is an honour to unveil this plaque today. Ronnie Burgess was a Welsh football giant. He captained his club and country and led Spurs to back to back championships. ’