LOCAL MS WELCOMES DEFENCE CONTRACTOR MOVE TO MERTHYR TYDFIL
Jason O’Connell MS, for Pontypridd, Cynon and Merthyr, has welcomed the decision by Marshall Land Systems to relocate operations to Merthyr Tydfil, describing it as a major vote of confidence in South Wales and its skilled workforce. Marshall Land Systems announced it plans to complete the move by 31 March 2027, following its sale to…
New parents urged to claim Child Benefit for their baby
now 6.8 million families are claiming Child Benefit.More than 30% of new parents are missing out on payments by not claiming in their baby’sfirst year.Parents urged to claim via the HMRC app to ensure they get their payment as quickly aspossible.One in three new parents are missing out on Child Benefit payments in their baby’s…
Caerphilly energy project wins national award
A Caerphilly project which saw homes transformed into warmer, healthier and more affordable places to live has been recognised at this year’s prestigious Wales Energy Awards, winning the ‘Small Scale Award’. This award recognises a resident-centred retrofit programme delivered at homes in Cefn Ilan, Abertridwr by Caerphilly County Borough Council, in partnership with contractor Joyner…
Driving without a license and insurance along the Tramroad from Penywaun towards the Aberdare
Officers on patrol were travelling along the Tramroad from Penywaun towards the Aberdare area last week. Whilst speaking with a member of the public, an off-road bike came around the corner and attempted to pass the police car on the single-track road. Upon sighting the bike officers alighted the car and the bike came to…
Parents and carers to face greater responsibility for children who commit crime or cause anti-social behaviour, the Government announces
Parents and carers will face “greater responsibility” for children who commit crime or cause anti-social behaviour, under new plans announced by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) today. As part of an overhaul of the youth justice system, the Government has said it will “strengthen and expand” Parenting Orders, which can compel parents or guardians to…
Nature-based project transforms wellbeing for autistic adults in Cwm Taf Morgannwg
A pioneering outdoor healthcare project is helping autistic adults improve their wellbeing, confidence and social connections through the power of nature. The “Using Nature to Make Connections” initiative, delivered by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board’s Integrated Autism Service (IAS), has transformed an underused garden at Ysbyty George Thomas in Treorchy into a vibrant therapeutic…
Residents’ road safety concerns heard — council commits to action after Bronallt Terrace collision
Community pressure is working. Local voices raised at a PACT meeting the day before a serious road accident have prompted a formal council response — and a clear path towards safety improvements. At a PACT meeting held on 16 April, residents of Aberaman and Abercwmboi raised concerns that had been building for some time: speeding…
Rhondda Cynon Taf is carrying out general road maintenance, which is what we pay our tax for
Taxpayers have contributed so that the Council can allocate an initial £6.4 million for road and footway resurfacing this financial year (2026/27), with the programme up and running since April 2026 – as maintaining and improving our roads remains one of our biggest priorities. The video below shows just some of the schemes we’ve completed…
Hoof-powered habitat heroes return to Beacon Hill
Cattle are back on Beacon Hill heathland in Monmouthshire this spring, lending a helping hoof to restore and protect this special landscape. Eight Australian Lowline cattle arrived on site on 8 May and will spend the spring and summer months grazing the heathland as part of ongoing conservation by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) in partnership…
Public Services Ombudsman for Wales and Enforcement Conduct Board agree memorandum of understanding over complaints handling
The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales (PSOW) and the Enforcement Conduct Board have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) intended to enhance how the two organisations work together on complaints involving enforcement agents. The Enforcement Conduct Board provides independent oversight of the enforcement industry to ensure people subject to enforcement action across England and Wales are…