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January 2019

A New Theatre Director starts at Theatr Brycheiniog

An exciting new era begins at Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon’s canal-side centre for the arts and entertainment in 2019 as David Wilson is appointed to the post of Theatre Director.

 

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A report on Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School

About Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Aberdare Town Church in Wales Primary School is in Aberdare in Rhondda Cynon Taf local authority. The school has 300 pupils, including 39 who attend the nursery on a part-time basis.

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Cabinet progresses 21st Century Schools proposals for Hirwaun and Penderyn

At its meeting on January 24, Cabinet agreed to progress education proposals for Hirwaun and Pen

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Welsh Conservatives react to Education Minister’s curriculum change statement

Commenting, Shadow Education Minister Suzy Davies AM, said;

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Watchdog calls for councils to have power to suspend councillors for up to 6 months

Local authorities should be given the power to suspend councillors without allowances for up to six months, the Committee on Standards in Public Life (CSPL) has recommended.

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What’s that constant ringing sound?

ALMOST 30 per cent of people[1] experience a ringing sensation in their ears at some point in their lives, but what if that

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trying to identify this man and speak to him in connection with the theft of quad bikes

SWP Officers are trying to identify this man and speak to him in connection with the theft of quad bikes and other property from Fern

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From climate change to post-truth: Wales hotly tipped for literary talent-spotting

Literature Wales has today announced its investment in new writing and literary talent with its list of 2019 Writers’ Bursaries and Mentoring Scheme recipients.

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Are You Weather Ready?

With the winter months now well and truly upon us, don’t get caught out by severe weather. 

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LGA and Shelter call for independent review of permitted development rights.

The Local Government Association and Shelter have called for an independent review of the impacts of permitted development rights allowing change of use into residential homes.

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Information Commissioner calls for FOIA and EIR reform to address outsourcing

The Information Commissioner has called for the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) to be updated to include organisations providing a public function.

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NRW hosts international drone conference

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Flood alleviation scheme to begin in Mountain Ash

The Council will begin works on a highway scheme in Mountain Ash to alleviate the risk of floodi

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Organisations warn against poor design resulting from permitted development

Government proposals to extend upwards and convert commercial properties into dwellings by extending permitted development rights will result in poor-quality deve

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Gas main diversions at Bridge Street Roundabout to enable future improvements

Wales and West Utilities will carry out gas main diversions at Bridge Street Roundabout in Ponty

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Estyn Report letter to Parents Mountain Ash Comprehensive School

As you will be aware Mountain Ash Comprehensive School had a school inspection by Estyn in November 2018.

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New A&E waiting times - RCP Cymru Wales and RCEM Wales

“We’ve been lucky so far this winter”: Royal Colleges call for action on social care in Wales

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Older people legislative proposal is ‘historic opportunity’ for Wales

A Bill that would protect and promote the rights of Older People has been hailed as a ‘historic o

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A4119 dualling - public exhibitions in Ynysmaerdy and Coedely

The Council will host public exhibitions in Ynysmaerdy and Coedely during early February 2019, w

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Welsh Labour move towards higher taxes is “poison to Wales’ economy”

The Welsh Conservatives will use their Assembly debate today (Wednesday) to call on the Welsh Lab

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Statement from Cwm Taf University Health Board regarding maternity services

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Diabetes UK Cymru is looking for healthcare professionals for innovative programme

Diabetes UK Cymru is looking for healthcare professionals from across Wales to lead improvements in diabetes care.

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NHS Wales staff shortages sees agency staff up 171% in seven years

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Mental health charity LawCare sees calls about bullying, harassment double

Legal mental health charity LawCare received its highest ever number of helpline calls from lawyers in 2018, with calls about bullying and harassment nearly doubling.

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Seems RCT Welsh Liberal Democrats were right about Talbot Green new town.

This week an 

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Regulations for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDs) for new property developments in Wales have come into effect.

Regulations for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDs) for new property developments in Wales have come into effect.

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Cluster pharmacist Irram solving shopping list of problems

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Pontypridd schools consultation

January 18, 2019 10:30 AM

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Welsh hospitals spend over 1,700 days under ‘extreme pressure’ in just one year

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Wales' Top Tang Soo Do Instructor Join World Elite

The International Tang Soo Do Federation’s most senior instructor in Europe has been honoured wi

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Obesity is not a lifestyle choice. Now we need action to help those who are already obese

Responding to the Welsh government’s obesity plan, Healthy Weight: Healthy Wales, RCP vice president for Wales, Dr Gareth Llewelyn said:

 

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Consultation - modernising care for older people in Rhondda Cynon Taf

Local residents will be able to have their say on proposals to modernise care for older people i

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Public consultation – future of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Community Day Centres

The Council will begin a six-week public consultation where residents can have their say on the

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A report on Mountain Ash Comprehensive School

Mountain Ash Comprehensive School is an 11 to 19 mixed comprehensive school maintained by Rhondda Cynon Taf local authority that serves the town of Mountain Ash and the surrounding villages. Currently the school has 938 pupils, including 88 in the sixth form.

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48 hours left to apply for Brexit lorry permits

You’ve got until 11.59pm on 18 January 2019 to apply for 

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Exciting old Plans For Mountain Ash?

Plans to redevelop the heart of Mountain Ash town centre, supporting exciting new opportunities

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Taff Trail works in Cilfynydd to enable future bridge replacement

The Council will undertake site investigation and minor clearance work on the Taff Trail in Cilf

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Blog: Openness by Design: ICO’s access to information strategy is published for consultation

Gill Bull introduces the ICO’s proposed strategy for the next three years and i

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Name change for Cwm Taf Health Board WHY its just expense?

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Rhondda fatality named, his family pay tribute...

South Wales Police can confirm the 73 year-old man who died following a vehicle collision in Maerdy on Sunday (13 Jan) is Malcolm Mor

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Drugs worth thousands of pounds seized in Tonyrefail

A stop and search by eagle eyed police officers led to the discovery of drugs in Rhondda.

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Leading charity Diabetes UK Cymru calls for swimmers from across Wales

Diabetes UK Cymru is looking for people from across Wales to take on the swimming challenge of the year, Swim22, between 22 February and 22 May.

 

Swim22 participants will cover an incredible 22 miles; the equivalent of crossing the English Channel.

 

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On Screen at Theatr Brycheiniog this Spring!

After a very successful launch back in the Autumn, Theatr Brycheiniog are delighted to continue their programme of Live Screenings this Spring.

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Formal process to secure new leasehold tenant for Muni Arts Centre

The Council will open the formal process to secure a new leasehold tenant for the Muni Arts Cent

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Rhondda Cynon Taf Council propose more cuts to services for older people in RCT ?

Consultation - modernising care for older people in Rhondda Cynon Taf say RCTC

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Cwm Taf Health Board has been placed under enhanced monitoring arrangements

A decision by the Welsh Government to intervene in a South Wales health board has prompted concer

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NewPort Council faces legal action over pulling out of service for children with disabilities

Newport City Council has been threatened with legal action over its decision to pull out of a joint service for children with disabilities.

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Drugs, cash and weapons seized in Treharris

Police have seized class A drugs, weapons and cash from a house in Merthyr Tydfil.

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RCTC Statement – Muni Arts Centre in Pontypridd. But didn't they close it in the first place?

Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has this morning (January 8) taken steps to take possession of the Mun

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Creative writing competition for looked after children and care leavers

The participation and advocacy charity for looked after children, Coram Voice, is running a creative writing competition for looked after children and care leavers.

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Cwm Taf UHB statement on escalation status

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Significant improvement has been achieved in Powys but major concerns remain

Care Inspectorate Wales inspection of services for children in Powys in July 2017 and indicated major concerns, and a further inspection was launched in October

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Cwmaman Arts Centre Rhondda Cynon Taf

The Cwmaman Arts Centre is now the new community-led company who is running the Theater.
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Rediscover Wales in 2019

Following a year of celebrating Wales’ epic shoreline during Year of the Sea, the tourism industry in Wales is now gearing up for Year of Discovery 2019 - whe

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New First Minister must seize the opportunity to improve the Welsh NHS

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New hockey club sessions for people with disabilities aged 7 and up.

Hockey Wales have partnered with Access Sport to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities aged +7 to play hockey. Hockey Wales said:

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Government to hand police new powers to tackle illegal use of drones

The Government has announced plans to hand police new powers to deal with the illegal use of drones.

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Call For Speed Limits On Common Land

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Who will be your Hidden Heroine? Cast your vote for the first public statue of a historical Welsh woman in Wales

Which of five historical Welsh women is to be immortalised as the first outdoor public statue of a real woman in Wales is to be decided by the people of Wales. Who will be their ‘Hidden Heroine’?

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Purse found in Market Street Aberdare

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Roadside payments are changing

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