Significant flood alleviation work has recently been completed in Cwmaman – which has strengthened the infrastructure at the Nant Aman Fach to help reduce the risk of flooding to nearby properties during storm events. Off-road motorbikes damage flood prevention work at Cwmaman The Cwmaman Flood Alleviation Scheme (Phase 2) got underway during autumn 2023 and…
Hirwaun and Penderyn and Rhigos Matters Following the last response we had on this issue, we sent the below questions. These have been responded by the Countryside & Rights of Ways Officer: 1. How many footpaths have been closed in Hirwaun due to the Heads of the Valleys project and how many more are expected…
Across Wales, Labour’s anti-motorist agenda and lacklustre transport policies are not fit for purpose and are holding Wales back. In the Senedd today (17/04/24), the Welsh Conservatives brought forward a motion regarding Labour’s failed transport policies and have called on the Labour Government to scrap their road building ban, and scrap 20mph speed limits. Commenting…
Commenting after the vote on the Infrastructure (Wales) Bill in the Senedd this evening, Janet Finch-Saunders MS, Shadow Climate Change Minister, said: “Tonight, Labour and Plaid voted for a bill that is in complete conflict with the core aims to deliver a streamlined and unified process for large scale infrastructure projects. “Whilst they have chosen…
As residents of Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) receive their latest council tax demands, they are met with a bitter reality: paying more for less. It’s a scenario that has become all too familiar under the leadership of the Labour Party, with council taxes soaring while essential services face relentless cuts. The question that looms large…
A scheme to provide support to the carriageway on the B4273 between Glyncoch and Ynysybwl will begin next week – and the existing temporary traffic lights will be removed upon completion. Following a report of cracking in the carriageway, the temporary lights were installed as a safety measure to reduce loading to the adjacent river…
The Council has provided an update on its programme of work to improve privately-owned roads that have remained in a poor condition for a long time – with each road then being adopted for future maintenance. A total of 25 schemes have been completed, with one scheme ongoing. Four new locations have recently been identified…
Prior to bank holidays, festive holidays, or in the event of bad weather, we will endeavour to update this page with the latest information on the availability of Council services, and road and school closures. For the latest news and information follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook. Easter Bank Holiday Opening Hours 2024 The Council…
Residents are advised that a revised bus network will operate across the County Borough from Monday, April 1 – however, public transport users should experience minimal change to their regular bus journeys. In preparation for the new Welsh Government Bus Network Grant for the 2024/25 financial year, the Council has re-tendered all of its supported…
Cabinet has approved a £6.315m programme of maintenance, general works and repairs to be delivered across the Council’s school estate next year – to ensure our buildings remain safe, watertight and warm. The Education and Inclusion Services Capital Programme earmarks funding on an annual basis, to ensure schools are maintained to a suitable condition. Much…
