More than 4,500 claimants have joined a High Court action against poultry producers and Welsh Water over alleged river pollution in the Wye, Lugg and Usk. The legal claim is being brought against industrial chicken producer Avara Foods Limited and its subsidiary Freemans of Newent Limited, as well as the region’s sewerage operator, Welsh Water….
Art, design and creative students from across England, Scotland, and Wales have the chance to showcase their talents, with the opportunity to design the official posters for the historic 2027 Grand Départs of the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. Launched as part of the Grand Départ GB’s JOY social impact…
The Council is providing an update on the timescale for the proposed demolition work for the future Pontypridd Police Station and Berw Road Car park site, following several enquiries. Site notices have recently been published, indicating that the proposed start date for the buildings’ demolition is June 12. We’d like to clarify that this date…
Residents are advised about upcoming drainage improvement works in Hirwaun, which will require local traffic management. The scheme at High Street will reconstruct a manhole along with connections to the existing drainage lines. This will tackle a known issue of water accumulation within the highway during periods of heavy rainfall. The works will last around two…
Residents in the Cynon Valley are raising serious concerns following two waste incidents involving Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (RCTCBC), with questions now being asked about the response from Natural Resources Wales (NRW). Both cases were reported to NRW. In one, the investigation has been closed. In the other, enquiries are still ongoing. Tarmac…
Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a packed day of entertainment as Aberdare Festival returns to Aberdare Park on Saturday 23 May, from 11am to 5pm. Entry is free, so come along and enjoy! The much-loved event is a highlight of the Rhondda Cynon Taf events calendar, offering a full day of family-friendly activities,…
Rising council tax, overflowing bins and increasingly dirty streets are becoming a common complaint across Rhondda Cynon Taf — but newly examined figures suggest spending at the top of the council remains substantial. Data from the TaxPayers’ Alliance “Town Hall Rich List 2026”, alongside the council’s own published accounts, shows senior officers earning well into…
Rhondda Cynon Taf county borough council was recently ordered to pay just 10% of the amount claimed for credit hire charges. Tom Danter explains how the reduction was achieved. The Court will usually provide specific directions, including those relating to alleged impecuniosity, in matters where credit hire is claimed. The importance of compliance with these…
Residents are advised that vegetation clearance work will begin at the Lewis Merthyr Coal Tip in Trehafod from next week. The large former mining site is located generally to the south of Coedcae Road and south-west of Rheolau Terrace. The local community may notice work activity from Monday, April 13, lasting around three weeks in total. The…
Landowners in Wales are being urged to get expert advice before carrying out any work in rivers or streams to avoid costly mistakes, accidental damage and environmental harm that can be difficult to undo. Poorly planned work in rivers and streams – such as removing gravel, reshaping banks or straightening channels – can quickly create…
