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RHONDDA Cynon Taf Council says that because of damage inflicted on Ynysangharad War Memorial Park by Storm Bert, it will not reopen before the end of next week at the earliest. This is to allow for essential repairs including: * Removal and clean-up of significant amounts of dirt and debris deposited all over the park, […]

RCT Council say the £1000 Community Flood Recovery Grant is now available for residents and businesses who suffered internal flooding during Storm Bert. Applications need to be made via their website at: http://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/FloodingHelp They say they’re asking people to apply so they have correct bank details so payments can be processed as quickly as possible, […]

Immediate financial support will be provided to people whose homes have been flooded during Storm Bert. The Welsh Government will fund local authorities to provide grants of £1000 for households without insurance cover, or £500 to affected households with existing insurance cover. The news was confirmed in the Senedd today by First Minister Eluned Morgan […]

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has announced a Community Flood Recovery Grant in response to the severe rain and flooding caused by Storm Bert. This grant is being provided to impacted residents and local businesses that have been internally flooded to support with repair costs. The level of financial assistance for households and small/medium sized enterprises […]

TUI has announced a major expansion at Cardiff Wales Airport with new destinations, exclusive routes, and boosted frequency to some of the most sought-after holiday spots for Welsh travellers. These additional routes aligns with Marella Cruises’ much-anticipated winter program in Gran Canaria. This additional capacity means holidaymakers have even more options for a winter getaway or […]

Dogs Trust Bridgend is excited to announce its annual Christmas Fair, set to take place on Sunday, 1st December, from 12pm – 3pm. This festive event is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy seasonal activities and help support the vital work Dogs Trust does to support dogs in need all year […]

Pontypridd Senedd Member Mick Antoniw has called on Welsh Government to make an immediate emergency payment to flood victims resulting from Storm Bert. Mick Antoniw said: “Sunday’s terrible flooding was devastating for all those affected. Our immediate priority must be to support those families, and I have spoken to the First and to the Deputy First […]

Over the last 24 hours, the picture has become clearer of the impact of Storm Bert. Across Rhondda Cynon Taf we saw over a month’s worth of rain falling in a very short period. Throughout Sunday morning, our contact centre took nearly 600 calls from residents reporting issues. Initial suggestions of 300 properties flooded have […]

Passengers are being urged to check for the latest information before travelling as a number of routes across Wales and Borders will be closed tomorrow (November 25) due to the impact of Storm Bert. There will be no rail services between Llanhilleth and Ebbw Vale on Monday 25 November, rail replacement services will be in operation. […]

There are a number of flood incidents, including river flooding, that Council teams and partners are responding to. If residents need help or support they can contact on 01443 425011 / 425001 –  lines are busy but there are teams working to take calls. For anyone impacted by flooding, rest centres are set up in: […]

Major incident declared in parts of South Wales A major incident has been declared in parts of South Wales due to river flooding. Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council will work with emergency services to deal with the flooding caused by Storm Bert. Chris Bryant, the MP for Rhondda and Ogmore, said: “I am deeply […]

With Rhondda Cynon Taf marking 100 days since the Eisteddfod this week, the shortlist for the Eisteddfod Legacy Business Awards has been announced The awards are a brand-new project being held for the first time this year to celebrate the Eisteddfod’s legacy locally, and were developed by the Eisteddfod and Menter Iaith Rhondda Cynon Taf […]