Jason O’Connell MS has written to Rhondda Cynon Taf Council calling for action to tackle antisocial behaviour at Aberdare Bus Station after residents raised concerns about safety. In his letter, Mr O’Connell has asked the Council what measures are in place to address antisocial behaviour and whether additional security, CCTV, lighting and partnership working with…
An ABERDARE store has been forced to CLOSE with immediate effect following a successful investigation by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Trading Standards team. AVB (ABER) Limited, trading as Best Vape, located at 34 Victoria Square, Aberdare, CF44 7LB, was issued with a THREE-MONTH Closure Order on 24th June 2026 under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and…
The Council is this week starting a scheme to undertake a series of riverbank repairs to prevent scour of the former coal tip near Gadlys Pit Car Park in Aberdare, using Welsh Government funding. The work will be focusing on a section of the Afon Dare located generally to the south of the car park,…
Aberdare – A reported incident involving a group of young people at Aberdare Bus Station has reignited concerns over antisocial behaviour, public safety and the lack of youth facilities across the Cynon Valley. The incident came to light after a social media post alleged that a woman was assaulted at the bus station between 8pm…
Parking issues and the ongoing problem of off-road motorbikes once again dominated discussions at the latest PACT (Police and Communities Together) meeting held at Cwmaman Hall. The meeting was attended by local residents, South Wales Police officers, PCSOs and local councillors, providing an opportunity for the community to raise concerns directly with those responsible for…
A temporary shuttle bus will be in operation in Aberdare over the weeks ahead, starting from July 28 – during Wales and West Utilities’ gas main replacement work at Abernant Road. To accommodate these works from July 28 to August 31, the section of road between Abernant Roundabout and the Ynys Roundabout will only support traffic…
Cabinet has approved an updated Flood Action Plan (2026-2028) to operate alongside its existing Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. The newly-approved plan sets priorities for the years ahead and ensures the Council’s activity and investment remains focused on the communities most at risk. Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is the Lead Local Flood Authority for the…
The Council has confirmed that Berw Road Car Park in Pontypridd will close permanently at the end of the day on July 30 – ahead of the demolition works for the wider redevelopment of the former police station and car park site. This will enable an exciting future project to further improve and invest in…
As a result of the Key Officer Delegated Decision made on 30th June 2026, the Council is undertaking a 6-week consultation on its new Empty Homes Strategy, Restoring Empty Homes; Prosperous Lives 2026-2031. The consultation will run from Monday 6th July 2026 and will end on Sunday 16th August 2026. The draft Strategy sets out how, over the next…
The Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales, and Rhondda Cynon Taf Council have confirmed the next stage in plans to strengthen policing and regeneration in Pontypridd town centre. The former police station on Berw Road has now closed and will transfer to the Council as part of wider plans to bring forward a major…
