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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 […]

Pontypridd Men’s Shed was among the award winners at a presentation held in the House of Commons. UK Men’s Shed Association (UKMSA) held the national award scheme which recognises groups and individuals that make a difference in their Men’s Shed and local communities. The Treforest based project claimed the Shed Partnership of the Year prize […]

The major mountainside repairs at Rhigos Mountain Road are now entering their final few days. The Council can confirm that substantial work completion, and the reopening of the road, is still on course for Friday, November 22. However, the reopening date is subject to the weather conditions with snow and ice potentially impacting work and causing […]

A Tonypandy man has been sentenced for stirring up racial hatred. Daffron Williams, 41, from Clydach, Tonypandy, posted racist messages on Facebook between July 19 and August 11 this year.  He was today jailed for two years at Cardiff Crown Court. Detective Constable Georgina Prince said: “I hope this case sends a very clear message […]

In a powerful display of community strength, the residents of Cae Fardre in South Wales have taken ownership of their neighbourhood, driving down anti-social behaviour (ASB) by 63%. In partnership with Trivallis, South Wales Police, and Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (RCT CBC), residents have shown how communities can bring about real change when […]

Electric ‘tri-mode’ trains have been introduced to passenger services for the first time as part of the South Wales Metro. They will be introduced on the Valley lines in South Wales for the first time ever signifying a huge moment in the delivery of the next phase of the South Wales Metro. They will enter […]