Four public parks in Rhondda Cynon Taf have once again received the internationally renowned Green Flag Award. We’re proud and committed to providing beautifully maintained green spaces and parks in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Last month the Council announced that it was committing £2.9m to play, parks and sports investment across the County Borough. The Council…
An Aberdare man has walked away from court with a fine of over £1100 after he dumped 29 bags of waste in his local community! The bags, which were filled with household recycling and waste that could likely have been sorted, recycled and or disposed of for FREE from the kerbside or at a local…
An Aberdare man has learned the hard way after he dumped his waste in Trecynon. Mr Jason Edmunds, from Ann Street, Gadlys decided that he would dump his household waste and an old broken cot along the Tram Road, Gelli Isaf, Trecynon. When Mr Edmunds was tracked down and interviewed under the Codes of Practice…
The Council is pleased to announce it will use grant funding to support cheaper bus travel in December 2025, once again capping the cost. Journeys over the festive period will be capped at £1.50 per journey in Rhondda Cynon Taf during the month of December. In addition, bus travel for 5 to 21-year-olds will be…
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has partnered with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, Cardiff University, Interlink RCT and Public Health Wales to establish the Rhondda Cynon Taf Health Determinants Research Collaboration (RCT HDRC), which is co-led by the Council and Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP). The wider determinants of health are non-medical factors…
Businesses in Tonypandy have voted to develop a Business Improvement District (BID) in the historic town to support future investment and development. https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobid The decision comes as the town also prepares to undertake extensive business and public consultation on the exciting Tonypandy Town Centre Strategy. Importantly, the work of the Tonypandy BID will be driven…
Save School Transport campaign continues amid growing concern from parents With school transport cuts due to come into force in September 2025, the Save the School Transport in RCT campaign is continuing to highlight serious concerns from parents and families across the region. Fears include rising school absenteeism, safety risks for children, and financial strain…
Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our approach to keeping South Wales safe. Your local team is made up of dedicated officers and PCSOs based in the area, who have the community’s best interests at heart and who are both visible and accessible. We work closely with residents, community leaders, your local council and…
In a bold step towards fostering environmental awareness in young minds, The Eco Avengers school workshop has been making a lasting impact across Primary Schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Led by the Energy and Carbon Reduction (E&CR) Team, the initiative is designed to educate and inspire students about renewable energy and sustainability through interactive workshops. …
Trehafod Football Pitch has been subjected to vandalism, resulting in significant damage to the site. This incident will unfortunately impact local grassroots football provision, with several junior teams now unable to access the facility. The pitch was scheduled to reopen for the new season on Saturday, August 9, however, this will now be delayed while…
