Mike Powell has once again been selected as the Welsh Liberal Democrat Parliamentary candidate for the Pontypridd constituency ahead of a much anticipated snap general election. "Johnson's Government is in complete chaos and Corbyn has been unable to put together any effective opposition – both parties are in turmoil. Only the Liberal Democrats have held…
This month sees the launch of new health and social care, early years and childcare qualifications. The below summary outlines the new qualifications: Those looking to forge a career in the care sector in Wales will be able to study for new health and social care, early years and childcare qualifications from 2 September. The…
RE: GEOFFREY JONES (PENREITHYN) SCHOLARSHIP FUND The above Trust was created by the Will of Morgan Rhys Jones late of “Garth Madryn” Penderyn, Aberdare. Under the terms of the Trust, the Trustees are empowered at their discretion to apply such part of the income of the Trust as they in their absolute discretion think…
Wales’s ‘fairest abbey’ kick-starts Open Doors with exclusive access to 800-year-old undercroft. This September, more than 200 of Wales’s most iconic landmarks and historic attractions will welcome thousands of visitors as part of the Wales-wide heritage festival, Open Doors. Funded and organised by Cadw, the festival annually offers free entry to an array of museums, heritage properties and…
The UK Government has announced a £600million boost for the Welsh Government in a spending review by the Chancellor of the Exchequer. The money, which is predominately aimed at benefitting health and education services in Wales, will seek to counter the devolved Labour Government’s evidenced neglect of both sectors in recent years. A boost of £385million…
Women are being encouraged to know the signs and symptoms of gynaecological cancers – those that develop in a woman’s reproductive tract. September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month and an opportunity to encourage women to become more aware of cancers of the cervix, vagina, vulva, ovaries, and womb. Being aware of the symptoms can help…
Homes and businesses across Abercwmboi are set to benefit as Wales & West Utilities begins a project to upgrade gas pipes in the area. The £65,000 project, which starts next week, involves upgrading gas pipes in the John Street area of the town and is essential to keep the gas flowing to heat homes and power…
Cabinet will next week consider recommendations for the future delivery of residential and day care services. Members will consider the feedback received through the 12-week public consultation which took place earlier this year, and the recent considerations of the Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee. A report to Cabinet on Wednesday, September 11, recommends which care homes should…
RHONDDA CYNON TAFF COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL (FOOTPATH 18 CWMBACH) (TEMPORARY CLOSURE) ORDER 2019 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Rhondda Cynon Taff County Borough Council intends not less than seven days from the date of this Notice to make an Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 which will have a…
After the success of last year’s inaugural event, Sparc Valleys Kids and Wales Millennium Centre will host another Life Hack on 5 October 2019, at The Factory in Porth. Supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation, this year’s all-day event will give young people aged 11-25 from across South Wales the opportunity to meet professionals from the creative industries, take part in…
