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Plans to open two new splash pad facilities in Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, Pontypridd, and Gelligaled Park, Ystrad, have been approved today by Cabinet.

Fifteen community groups across Rhondda Cynon Taf are set to improve local buildings, sports facilities and community spaces after receiving more than £86,000 through the UK Government's Pride in Place Impact Fund

A report to Cabinet Members ahead of their meeting on Monday, September 21, details the proposed investment, which would be in addition to the capital programme for this financial year

It's been a busy and successful summer for 11 care experienced young people who have had a taste of the working world, thanks to an award-winning Rhondda Cynon Taf Council team and Pontypridd's amazing businesses!

Congratulations to the eight young people who excelled themselves on a recent employability skills initiative.

Wales & West Utilities will require the closure, for a gas main replacement, from Monday, September 21, to Friday, October 2. A FREE shuttle bus organised by the Council will be operated by Jarvis Coaches Ltd.

An initiative delivered through Dementia Pop-Up Hubs in RCT Libraries has been shortlisted for a Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM UHB) Seren Award 2026

The building's roof nears completion, while mechanical and electrical installations, external works, and incoming services are currently being focused on. The accommodation will include 14 en-suite rooms with respite provision

The Council is investing in Ysgol Cambrian, which will become Rhondda Cynon Taf's fifth ALN school when it opens later this autumn. Pupils attending the new school will be able to use the new sports pitch during the day-time

A new memorial honouring Tonypandy-born miner Harry Dobson has been unveiled in Spain, marking a new milestone in Rhondda Cynon Taf Council's international Spanish Civil War heritage collaboration