Stabbing at Barry Island: Update
South Wales Police is continuing to investigate a stabbing which took place at Barry Island on Bank Holiday Monday (May 25). A 17-year-old boy from Cardiff suffered a serious leg injury which was initially not believed to be life threatening or life changing. However, he has since had to undergo a life-changing leg amputation and…
Have your say: South Wales Police ask for feedback in annual survey
South Wales Police has launched its annual survey which invites the public to have their say on policing in their local area. South Wales Police is committed to serving the public; however, the force needs the feedback of the public to make sure it’s getting it right. The short, simple survey to find out what people in South Wales think of their police force launched Tuesday (2 June) and is open…
Welsh Ambulance Service celebrates Volunteers Week 2026
The Welsh Ambulance Service is celebrating the work of its volunteers as part of national Volunteers’ Week. Volunteers’ Week (01-07 June) is an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering. Lee Brooks, the Trust’s Executive Director of Operations, said: “Volunteers are a vital part of the Welsh Ambulance…
Welsh Water celebrates Volunteering Week as they exceed over 685 hours of volunteering activities over the last 12 months
Over the last 12 months colleagues from Welsh Water were delighted to dedicate over 685 hours of volunteering to support 24 groups and organisations in local communities. During volunteering week colleagues will be rolling up their sleeves to host and support events in their local community. At Welsh Water, staff are encouraged to dedicate one…
Applications open for three £50,000 donations
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has opened its second funding round for registered charities helping young people into work. Applications opened on Monday 1st June with a total pot of £150,000 available for UK-based projects focused on employability, children and young people aged 14-25, and areas of economic and social deprivation. The Foundation supports projects that…
Audit Wales Reports Expose Digital Challenges Facing NHS Wales
New Audit Wales reports have highlighted ongoing concerns around digital transformation within NHS Wales, raising questions about whether the new Plaid Cymru Government can deliver on its ambitions for digital healthcare reform. Commenting, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Health and Social Care, Natasha Asghar MS said: “Digital transformation is essential if we are to improve…
Welsh Conservatives Renew Calls For M4 Relief Road
The Welsh Conservatives have renewed calls for an M4 Relief Road after the First Minister said he would pursue a “roads-based” solution to congestion on the M4. The Welsh Conservatives have warned that, after decades of promises to tackle congestion on the M4, motorists and businesses are still waiting to see meaningful action and results….
‘RIVER OF RUBBISH’ Cleared from BWLCH Mountain
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and the Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team have successfully carried out a massive, complex, and highly dangerous clean-up operation that has cleared a notorious “river of rubbish” from the steep slopes of the Bwlch Mountain. The risky joint operation had been in planning for months and the Council had to investigate…
Rhondda Cynon Taf CountyBorough Council – AnnualAudit Summary 2025
This document has been prepared as part of work performed inaccordance with statutory functions.The Auditor General, Wales Audit Office and staff of the Wales Audit Officeaccept no liability in respect of any reliance or other use of this documentby any member, director, officer or other employee in their individualcapacity, or any use by any third…
The people of Wales are the least likely of all four nations to consent to organ donation
Almost 400 (371) people in Wales are currently waiting for a life-saving organ transplant – but the people of Wales are the least likely of the four nations to consent to donation going ahead when approached after the death of a loved one. Just 57% of the families consulted about donation when their loved one…