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Proposal agreed for homes at severe risk of flooding in Ynysybwl

It follows several instances of major flooding, a previous announcement by Natural Resources Wales that possible flood risk solutions are unviable, and a subsequent period of engagement with property owners and tenants

04 February 2026

Phase two consultation focusing on the draft budget strategy

The exercise will enable both online and offline participation, including three face-to-face engagement events in local libraries. Residents can take part up until it closes on Thursday, February 12

03 February 2026

Two phases of wall repair scheme in Tonypandy now complete

Works got underway at Llwynypia Road in early December 2025 and were completed in two phases of work. The overall scheme has now been completed ahead of schedule.

03 February 2026

Pontypridd Foodbank Reveals Building Renovation with Support from RCT Together

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council joined Pontypridd Foodbank to unveil the transformation of the former Riverside Social Centre in Treforest at the end of 2025.

03 February 2026

First session FREE at Abercynon Sports Centre's New Gym and Spin Studio

Abercynon Sports Centre's new-look gym and spin studio have been officially re-opened, marking the completion of a £300,000 Transforming RCT investment scheme at the popular facility. Celebrate with a FIRST SESSION FREE pass!

02 February 2026

Key construction milestone for school and community hub in Glyn-coch

Pupils from Glyn-coch's two existing primary schools were among the visitors to the construction site of Ysgol Gynradd Glyn-coch – their community's ultra-sustainable school that will be opening its doors for the first time later this year

02 February 2026

Something for everyone: The 2026 RCT events line up is here!

The 2026 RCT Events calendar is here! We are pleased to announce a jam-packed line up of events this year with some returning favourites and some new events that are sure to get you excited…

30 January 2026

Extra funding for schools and business rates relief in draft budget

Officers have brought forward a draft 2026/27 Budget Strategy for Cabinet's consideration, following January's more favourable final Local Government settlement from Welsh Government

30 January 2026

Maintenance activity at Trehafod tip site in the weeks ahead

Residents may notice work activity at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery site at Trehafod over the coming weeks, as the Council undertakes some routine maintenance activity

29 January 2026

Current longest serving Council Leader in the UK to step down after leading RCT for 12 years

Councillor Andrew Morgan OBE has reconfirmed his decision not to seek re-election in 2027. For this reason, Cllr Morgan will step down as Leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf in advance of the Council's Annual General meeting in May 2026

28 January 2026

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