High Court dismisses judicial review challenge over closure of leisure centre
The High Court has dismissed a judicial review challenge to Caerphilly County Borough Council’s decision to close a leisure centre, rejecting claims that the authority breached its statutory duties and failed to consider relevant costs. The claimant in Jones, R (On the Application Of) v Caerphilly County Borough Council [2026] EWHC 2709 (Admin), also brought…
Warrants connected to illegal bike use see 11 arrested across South Wales Police
Warrants took place across the force linked to Op Grebe A series of warrants linked to reports of bikes being ridden illegally have been executed today (Friday October 23) by South Wales Police. The warrants are part of Op Grebe, which focuses on bikes – including electric bikes, motorcycles, and off-road bikes – being ridden…
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s NEW Connect to Work scheme could help you!
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council has launched a new scheme to provide bespoke, enhanced employment support for some of its most vulnerable residents. Connect to Work is a UK government initiative that will be delivered locally by the Council’s Work and Skills team, which already provides far-reaching employment support for residents aged 16+. It will provide…
Presumption against pylons
Welsh Conservatives have welcomed the launch of a Welsh Government consultation on new planning rules that would make underground cables the default option for new electricity lines. Welsh Conservatives have long opposed intrusive steel lattice pylons in rural Wales. The proposed policy would mean that new electricity lines operating between 11kV and 132kV would be…
Recycling in RCT Has Just Got Scarily Easy This Halloween
Residents across Rhondda Cynon Taf are being encouraged to recycle more this Halloween, as the Council launches its latest “Recycling in RCT is Seriously Easy” campaign, featuring a number of changes that make recycling simpler than ever before. The biggest change is the introduction of *accepted soft plastics into the Council’s Clear Bag recycling service….
More than 70 walkers take on the Sultan’s Challenge
More than 70 walkers took part in the Sultan’s Challenge Walking Event on Sunday 11th October, enjoying scenic routes through the Rhymney Valley and Parc Penallta. Organised by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Countryside Service in collaboration with Caerphilly Adventures, Caerphilly Adventures Group and the Ramblers, the event offered a choice of two circular routes exploring…
C4C kicks off Halloween celebrations with spooky community events
Halloween celebrations are underway in Cwmdare after local community group, Cwmdare4Cwmdare (C4C), received funding from Pennant Walters to bring children and families together for a spook-tacular string of activities. Halloween in the village kicked off on Friday with a Halloween disco, whilst pumpkin carving is planned for Wednesday (28 October) this week, giving youngsters the…
Aberfan 60 years on and the lessons shaping emergency response today
Sixty years after the Aberfan disaster claimed 144 lives, a handwritten letter from the fire chief who witnessed the response offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by those who rushed to help. As the community remembers the tragedy of 21 October 1966, South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is reflecting on how emergency response…
Lauren Price to meet hometown fans ahead of Cardiff title fight
Ystrad Mynach’s Lauren Price MBE will return to the Centre for Sporting Excellence for a meet and greet with local supporters ahead of her next world title fight. The fan engagement session will take place in the Aaron Ramsey Suite on Saturday 31st October from 12pm until 2pm, giving fans the opportunity to meet Lauren…
Wales Air Ambulance takes off with Aston Martin St Athan employee charity partnership
One of the world’s most iconic ultra-luxury automotive manufacturers is teaming up withWales Air Ambulance.Staff at Aston Martin’s facility at St Athan have nominated the lifesaving service as theirchosen employee charity partner for 2026/27.Abi Pearce, Wales Air Ambulance’s Corporate Partnerships Manager, said: “Aston Martin isa prestigious brand, with an incredible legacy.“We are hugely grateful to…