Residents may notice work activity next week at the pictured bridge in Taffs Well, as investigations will be undertaken to inform a future refurbishment scheme. The Glan-y-Llyn Railway Bridge carries Moy Road over the former railway line, which is used as a shared pedestrian and cycle path. Concrete testing will take place from Monday, March…
The Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Bill, which establishes a new framework for environmental protection, has passed the Senedd. The legislation will create the Office of Environmental Governance Wales, an independent body responsible for holding public authorities to account on environmental law. This includes scrutinising the Welsh Government, Natural Resources Wales and local authorities. The…
An update has been provided on the Council’s significant scheme to stabilise the ground conditions at Graig Ddu Tip in Dinas. Important progress has been made recently – including securing major funding from Welsh Government, appointing a design contractor, and undertaking initial investigatory work. The former coal tip is located above Graigddu Road and has…
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and the RCT Together Community Development Team are pleased to announce the launch of a new Dementia Hub pilot across three libraries during February and March. Hosted in Pontypridd, Treorchy and Aberdare Libraries on a fortnightly basis, the hubs are deigned to provide a calm, friendly space where people living with…
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) recently announced a series of engagement events designed to “shape the future of diabetes care.” While the initiative is a welcome step toward listening to patients, a glance at the schedule reveals a frustratingly familiar pattern: if you don’t live in Pontypridd, you might be out of luck….
A Welsh Government speed limit policy has cost taxpayers £32 million, damaged the Welsh economy by an estimated £9 billion, and was implemented in the face of a petition signed by 469,571 Welsh residents — yet the government pressed ahead regardless. The Policy and Its Cost In September 2023, the Welsh Labour Government, supported by…
PUBLIC MEETING – SAVE OUR PALLIATIVE CARE WARD Cynon Linc, Aberdare, 5th March 11:00 AM Residents across Cynon Valley are being urged to attend a crucial public meeting about the proposed closure of the Specialist Palliative Care Ward (Ynysdawel Ward/Ward 6) at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon. This eight-bed ward provides specialist end-of-life care with dignity and…
Cabinet will soon consider a proposed capital programme for the Council over the next three years. In addition, Members will consider a targeted, one-off investment of £19.38 million for priority areas that has been identified for 2026/27, which would go over and above the normal capital programme. This extra funding would further invest in priorities…
Thursday, 19 of February 2026 at 5 PM at the Flying Start Early Years Centre, Godreaman Street, Godreaman, Aberdare CF44 6DF South Wales Police and your local Aberaman councillors invite residents to attend the next PACT (Partners and Communities Together) meeting. Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our approach to keeping South Wales safe. Your local team…
Concerns are growing in the Cynon and Merthyr valleys following the launch of a public consultation by Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) on proposed changes to how Specialist Palliative Care (SPC) is delivered across the Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil, and Bridgend areas. Central to the debate is a proposal that would close…
