Letter to the Editor sent on behalf of RNIB Cymru’s Director Ansley Workman: We could all do with a little sunshine after a tough year. But your readers may not be aware that sunglasses are much more than just a fashion accessory. They’re essential for looking after your eye health. UVA and UVB rays…
Evan’s Great Aunt Jen, Jenny Gorwill, was diagnosed with a terminal Glioblastoma brain tumour in April 2021. To show his support, Evan decided to raise funds for Tenovus Cancer Care, the charity which has been supporting his family, and to donate his 16-inch-long hair to the Little Princess Trust, a charity which creates wigs for…
The Council will undertake culvert inlet improvements at Cefnpennar Road in Cwmbach, using Welsh Government funding to carry out headwall and lining improvements to improve the system’s capacity in heavy rainfall. The work will take place just north of Springfield Close and will begin from Monday, July 12, lasting around four weeks in total. The scheme has…
The Council’s enforcement team has taken action to bring Cwmbach Park and Ride back in to use following a number of complaints from residents and Transport for Wales. https://www.aberdareonline.co.uk/news/rhondda-cynon-taff/park-and-ride-schemes-within-rhondda-cynon-taf-and-parking-commercial https://www.aberdareonline.co.uk/news/rhondda-cynon-taff/why-company-allowed-use-cwmbach-tfw-car-park-store-commercial-vehicles Why was the company allowed to use a Cwmbach TFW car park to store commercial vehicles? The Council-owned parking facility boast 13 spaces that are available…
A year on from the Rhondda flooding, there are calls for a review of Natural Resources Wales. Could the blocked culverts lead to a court battle? Did anyone look at Sharp End last night? A year on from the Rhondda flooding, there are calls for a review of Natural Resources Wales by the Welsh Government?…
Responding to the Welsh Labour Government’s latest coronavirus briefing, Welsh Conservative Shadow Health Minister, Russell George MS said: “It’s long been clear we would have to learn to live with this virus, and it’s encouraging Labour ministers are starting to be up front and honest with the Welsh public. “Sadly, coronavirus can’t be…
Old Photograph 21 April 2021 AberdareOnline contacted Transport for Wales Ref: parking of commercial vehicles in Cwmbach the car park reserved for park and ride facility the response we received today from TFW Chief Executive Officer is below. Thank you for getting in touch to let me know of your concerns about the parking of commercial…
Following the Section 19 report by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council on the flooding in Pentre in February 2020, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Climate Change has called for immediate action on flooding incidents and the creation of a National Flood Agency for Wales. Commenting, Janet Finch-Saunders MS said: “Residents shouldn’t have to wait eighteen months…
Would you know what to do in a First Aid emergency? Your swift actions could help save a life, as was highlighted at the Euro 2020 game played in June. Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is offering FREE Defibrillator and CPR training courses at venues across the County Borough in July. All you need to do…
Overview Report details and analyses the impact of Storm Dennis Council votes down call for an independent inquiry into flooding in Rhondda Cynon Taf Flood Victims Support Calls for Public Inquiry in Plaid Cymru Report The Council has produced an Overview Report which details and analyses the rainfall, watercourses and river levels experienced across…
