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New default 20mph speed limit to come into effect across Wales

Residents are reminded that the Welsh Government default 20mph speed limit for Wales starts on September 17. Here, we've included links to useful information from Welsh Government about what to expect from Sunday

13 September 2023

Positive progress towards Llanharan Footbridge replacement

Piling work is now completed on the southern embankment and the Council is pleased to confirm that a successful pile test was carried out on Friday, September 8

12 September 2023

Foster Wales RCT

As Welsh Government moves ahead with plans to remove profit from the care of looked-after children, Foster Wales Rhondda Cynon Taf highlights the benefits of fostering with a local authority.

12 September 2023

Council statement on RAAC concrete investigations

It can be confirmed that Rhondda Cynon Taf has no reported instances of RAAC in our schools. Officers are now undertaking further studies, which are currently underway in-line with Welsh Government's advice on this matter

08 September 2023

Update on Maindy Road Bridge Works

Progress on the demolition placement of the Maindy Road Bridge has progressed well, with works running between 7-10 days ahead of schedule.

08 September 2023

Work starts on site towards the Muni Arts Centre redevelopment

The Council is delighted to announce its multi-million pound redevelopment of the Muni Arts Centre is now officially underway! Contractors have started work to revitalise the much-loved Pontypridd venue and reopen it next summer

07 September 2023

Free shuttle bus service during weekend road closures in Taffs Well

There will be temporary bus arrangements in place due to an upcoming road closure at Cardiff Road in Taffs Well, to facilitate works relating to the South Wales Metro

07 September 2023

Lido Ponty Cold Water Swims

As the "Summer" season comes to an end, The National Lido of Wales, Lido Ponty, is getting ready to drop its water temperature and prepare for the return of cold-water Swims.

07 September 2023

Key information for Sunday as we support the Tour of Britain 2023

The Tour of Britain 2023 will be passing through Rhondda Cynon Taf on the afternoon of Sunday, September 10 – and here is some important information for residents about how the event will be organised on the day

05 September 2023

New arrangements for motorists through the A4119 dualling area

Traffic routes through the A4119 dualling works site between Coed Ely and Ynysmaerdy roundabouts will be altered to enable construction progress. The first change will be from Friday night (September 8) for southbound traffic

04 September 2023

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