2020

Weekly list of Planning Applications – View the list? https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/PlanningandBuildingControl/BuildingControl/DevelopmentControl/WeeklylistofPlanningApplications.aspx  Out of date, you have to ask the question why perhaps Chris Bradshaw Chief Executive RHONDDA CYNON TAF COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL may have the answer? Two applications below PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT 1990 Development Affecting the Character or Appearance of a Conservation Area Application No:…

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the public perception of health and social care and its importance. The active support shown by communities across Wales for the weekly ‘clap for carers’ and the rainbows that appeared in many windows rightly highlighted society’s support for this critical work. Nevertheless, the hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers, the…

Russell George MS has quizzed the Minister for Economy over a report by Cardiff University that the Labour-led Welsh Government has more than £1 billion unallocated from its fund to fight Covid-19. Mr George, the Shadow Minister for Economy, Transport, and Infrastructure asked his questions during today’s Plenary session. He said that Cardiff University had…

Parents whose children were involved in antisocial behaviour while also in breach of coronavirus legislation were among those fined in south Wales over the weekend. As Wales headed in to the second weekend of the national firebreak, calls to South Wales Police spiked at almost 1,500 on Saturday, October 31, with more than 200 of…

RHONDDA CYNON TAF COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL   Town and Country Planning Act 1990   Welsh Office Circular 32/92   Application for Major Development   Application No: 20/1076/10   Applicant: Zip World Ltd   Proposal: Change of use of land for erection of a structure for use by coaster karts, alterations to existing Lamp Room building…

Remembrance Day is one of the most significant events in the nation’s annual calendar of events – bringing communities together to pay their respects and give thanks for the immense sacrifices made by our Armed Forces. Following Welsh Government guidance, the Council can confirm that as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, no public…

During the Welsh Government’s ‘fire break’ lockdown, which is in place across the country, we want to reassure our customers that our engineers are continuing to work hard to keep the gas flowing and people safe and warm at home. Whilst the restrictions are in force across Wales, we remain focussed on delivering a safe and reliable…

People in Wales warned to ACT FAST on World Stroke Day This World Stroke Day, the Stroke Association is urging the public in Wales to act FAST when they see the signs of a stroke and to call 999. By acting FAST, you can help to make sure people get to hospital quickly and reduce the chances of a stroke survivor being left with a severe…

Commenting on reports nearly 70 people have now died with Covid-19 at Cwm Taf health board hospitals, Welsh Conservative health spokesperson, Andrew RT Davies MS:  "Deaths linked to hospital-acquired COVID infections is turning into a real scandal in the second wave and my deepest sympathies go to the families of those who've tragically died. "Despite…

There are quite a few unadopted roads throughout Cynon Valley Written Statement: Response to the report and recommendations from the Unadopted Roads Taskforce – Ken Skates MS, Minister for Economy and Transport and North Wales. Last year, I commissioned an expert Taskforce to identify the extent of the issues regarding unadopted roads in Wales and…