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Updated strategy to reduce the number of empty homes

A new Empty Homes Strategy has been created to build on the significant progress made in reducing the number of empty properties across the County Borough and we want residents to share their views.

17 July 2026

Site works in Treorchy and Pentre to inform flood alleviation investment

Residents in Treorchy and Pentre may notice ground investigations starting in their communities next week, as the latest work to inform significant, future flood alleviation investments is progressed

17 July 2026

Make a splash with FREE Leisure for Life family swims and ALN family swims

In addition to the return of the popular FREE FAMILY SWIMS taking place at each of the eight pools throughout the school holidays, NEW ALN Free Family swims have also been added to the timetables.

17 July 2026

Local Veterans in Rhondda Cynon Taf Honoured at 2026 Welsh Veterans Awards

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of local veterans and organisations recognised at the 2026 Welsh Veterans Awards

15 July 2026

FOUR beautiful public parks in RCT secure Green Flag Award.

Each of them will proudly fly the Green Flag from Keep Wales Tidy, having met the highest-possible standards in terms of environment, maintenance and visitor facilities.

14 July 2026

Blue Plaque to Honour Hero Harry Dobson in Tonypandy

A Blue Plaque commemorating the life and legacy of anti‑fascist campaigner Harry Dobson will be unveiled on 10 August at 11am at 121 Dunraven Street, Tonypandy (Clwb Coffi) - the house where he was born.

13 July 2026

Winning Memorial Design Announced as Spanish Civil War Heritage Collaboration Reaches New Milestone

A winning design for a new Spanish Civil War memorial has been announced, marking another key milestone in Rhondda Cynon Taf Council's international heritage collaboration

13 July 2026

Council Launches New Veteran Advice Line

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has launched a new Veteran Advice Line to provide dedicated support to veterans and members of the Armed Forces community across the County Borough

10 July 2026

Summer of Discovery Launches at Rhondda Heritage Park Museum

Looking for a great family day out? Visit Rhondda Heritage Park Museum this summer for a fantastic range of hands-on activities, trails, crafts, games and interactive entertainment for children.

10 July 2026

Score a Summer of Leisure for Life as popular pass returns!

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council's Leisure for Life Service has once again stepped in to ensure a summer of fun, fitness and healthy activities while school is out, thanks to its Summer Pass.

10 July 2026

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