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Up to £16 million boost to local economy expected from Eisteddfod

Up to £16 million boost to local economy expected from Eisteddfod

For every £1 spent by the Council, it is expected that nearly £60 is put back into the local economy during Eisteddfod week - in addition to the increased profile of the County Borough as a result of hosting Europe's largest cultural event

26 July 2024

Investment in safer pedestrian facilities for Hawthorn now complete

Investment in safer pedestrian facilities for Hawthorn now complete

All work to improve pedestrian facilities and provide safer routes to school in Hawthorn has now been completed – to complement the opening of modern education facilities for the community this September

26 July 2024

Y Pant School opens its new 'Rose Barnes' building

Y Pant School opens its new 'Rose Barnes' building

On Monday, July 15, Y Pant School officially opened the new 'Rose Barnes' building. The new building, wholly funded by RCT Council is named in recognition of their long-standing former Governor, Mrs Rose Barnes, who has recently retired.

26 July 2024

Bogus Taxi Driver FINED!

Bogus Taxi Driver FINED!

Residents and visitors to Rhondda Cynon Taf are being urged not to jump into Bogus Taxis or Cowboy Cabs – and to make sure that they check their details before they ride.

25 July 2024

White bridge reopens for the community following repair scheme

In recent days, final resurfacing and white lining work has been completed on the bridge, while the installation of an illuminated handrail providing streetlighting has been installed

25 July 2024

Update on proposals for strategic site in the heart of Pontypridd

Cabinet has received a progress report on the redevelopment of the Marks and Spencer site in Pontypridd Town Centre, following its recent demolition

25 July 2024

More measures to tackle empty properties to be consulted upon

Cabinet has agreed to consult on proposals to increase the level of council tax premiums for long-term empty properties and make use of additional intervention powers to tackle properties that have remained empty for several years

24 July 2024

Primary school in Llantrisant handed keys to brand new building

Construction of a brand new main building for Penygawsi Primary School has now been completed – and work across the site's external areas will start shortly, ready for pupils to enjoy the fantastic facilities from September

24 July 2024

Proposals to develop Rhondda Cynon Taf's fourth Business Improvement District

Proposals to develop a Business Improvement District for Tonypandy will progress to the next stage following Cabinet's approval. If agreed, the BID would establish a funding model to support investment and development in the town

23 July 2024

Flying the Green Flag in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Four public parks in Rhondda Cynon Taf have received the internationally renowned Green Flag Award.

22 July 2024

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