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£86,000 to Improve Community Facilities across Rhondda Cynon Taf

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

21 September 2026

Important additional investment for Council priorities to be considered

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

18 September 2026

Care2Work Opens Doors to Employment for Care-Experienced Young People

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!

18 September 2026

Young People Build Confidence and Employment Skills

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

18 September 2026

Road closure for gas main replacement in Talbot Green

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.

18 September 2026

Dementia Pop-Up Hubs Partnership Shortlisted for Award

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

17 September 2026

Progress update on new modern residential care development in Gelli

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

17 September 2026

Upgraded sports pitch in Clydach Vale as part of new school investment

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

17 September 2026

Memorial Unveiled in Spain for Tonypandy Miner Harry Dobson

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

16 September 2026

Jake Turns Opportunity into a Permanent Career at Vision Products

A Rhondda Cynon Taf resident who began his employment journey through a supported placement at Vision Products has now secured a permanent role and is helping others take their first steps into work

16 September 2026

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