Luke Brennan, founder of Brennan Architectural Design and proud Valleys native,has announced the acquisition of Durbin Estate Agents, the oldest estate agency inMountain Ash with branches in both Mountain Ash and Aberdare. This strategicmove promises to revolutionise property services in the area by combiningarchitectural expertise with real estate know-how.The acquisition, finalised this week, marks a…
It’s such a great honour to take on the role of Chief Scout. A vital part of my mission is to encourage our Scouts and volunteers to build their skills andfind their future, and I’m really looking forward to meeting Scouts in Aberdare. I’d like to say thank you and well done for all our Scouts do to…
Get ready to experience the vibrant heartbeat of South Wales at the Cwmaman Music Festival this September, as seen on the BBC! Join us for an unforgettable weekend as we celebrate the best of local and emerging talents across multiple stages. From the soulful strings of the folk scene to the electrifying beats of rock and…
There is nothing about The Cynon Gateway North the Aberdare Bypass in this council report I would assume the bypass is a big priority area simply because planning for the duelling of the A465 Heads of the Valleys Road took into account the Aberdare Bypass would be constructed at the same time, further delays cause…
A question on 8 February 2022 from Vikki Howells MS Cynon Valley to the First Minister: When the Minister for Social Justice was speaking to the cross-party group on poverty, it was noted that many people eligible for the winter fuel support scheme had not, at that point, applied for the support. Can you provide…
The Education team at barristers’ chambers Civitas Law has launched a guide to Additional Learning Needs (ALN) law in Wales – offering legal guidance for parents, educators, local authorities, and legal professionals navigating what they describe as an “evolving legal landscape”. Titled the ‘Nodi Guide’, the publication mirrors the successful English ‘Noddy Guide’, authored by…
Responding to the Transport Minister’s 20mph update, Natasha Asghar MS, Welsh Conservative Shadow Transport Minister, said: “Labour politicians have now admitted on countless occasions after listening exercises that their 20mph policy is unpopular but refuse to end it. “The only common-sense approach would be to follow what the Welsh Conservatives have said since day one…
Labour in 2019 said we will maintain the ‘triple lock’ and guarantee the Winter Fuel Payment, In Labour 2024 we are to cut the winter fuel payment for pensioners, the government is poorly prepared, and many are in danger if we have a spell of extreme cold temperatures. The NHS recommends that older people take…
During Pensions Awareness week, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging tens ofthousands of people to check if they are eligible to boost their State Pension. Some parents who claimed Child Benefit before 2000 are missing out on State Pensionpayments they are entitled to because of gaps in their National Insurance records. HMRC is urging…
As part of the ongoing construction works the following weekend closure is required on the A465 between Hirwaun (Rhigos Junction) and Cefn Coed (Junction with A470 roundabout): Friday 13 from 20:00hrs until 06:00hrs on Monday 16 September 2024. The main purpose for this closure is to allow for road surfaces to be laid in a…
