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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the hybrid meeting on the 26th November 2025 as an accurate reflection of the meeting. In response to a query from the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, the Leader clarified that his statement of correction, delivered at the Council meeting in October 2025 represented both an apology as well as clarification of the matter.
RESOLVED to: (i) Consider the External Auditor report – “Audit of Accounts Report” (Appendix 1); (ii) Approve and note the Welsh Church Act Fund Annual Report and Financial Statements for the financial year 2024/25 (Appendix 2); and (iii) Approve and note the Letter of Representation relating to the Welsh Church Act Fund (Appendix 3).
RESOLVED to: (i) Note and adopt the provisions of the Prescribed Requirements Regulations and the amendments made to those regulations by theAmendment Regulations as the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27, subject to the local discretions that the Council is able to exercise; (ii) Note the outcome of the consultation exercise undertaken by the Council on the local discretions applicable to the CTRS for 2026/27; and (iii) Confirm the discretions applicable to the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27 as set out at paragraph 5.3 (Table 2) of this report.
RESOLVED to note: (i) The Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix A) and Council’s response to the areas for improvement / recommendations included within the Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix B). (ii) The Council’s response to the areas for improvement was scrutinised by the Governance and Audit Committee, in accordance with the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021. (iii) Following the meeting, the report will be published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021.
RESOLVED to note the Annual Report of the Standards Committee for the Municipal Year 2024/2025.
RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion. ******************************************************************************************* 2. To consider the under-mentioned Notice of Motion which has been submitted in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 10.1 and received by the Proper Officer, standing in the names of M. Webber, A. Morgan, L. Addiscott, M. D. Ashford, J. Barton, D. R. Bevan, J. Bonetto, S. Bradwick, J. Brencher, G. Caple, J. Cook, A. Crimmings, R. Davis, S. J. Davies, A. J. Dennis, V. Dunn, E. L. Dunning, J. Edwards, J. A. Elliott, L. Ellis, S. Emanuel, R. Evans, Sheryl Evans, A. S. Fox, B. Harris, S. Hickman, G. Holmes, G. Hopkins, G. W. Hughes, W. Hughes, G. Jones, G. O. Jones, R. R. Lewis, C. Leyshon, M. Maohoub, C. Middle, N. H. Morgan, S. Morgans, M. A. Norris, D. Parkin, S. Powderhill, C. Preedy, S. Rees, A. Roberts, G. Stacey, L. A. Tomkinson, W. Treeby, J. Turner, G. L. Warren, K. Webb, D. Williams, G. E. Williams, R. Williams, T. Williams and R. Yeo. The 24th February 2026 will mark the 4th anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces began. In the almost 4 years that conflict has been ongoing, millions of people have been displaced and, while estimates vary, it is accepted that hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians – both military and civilian - have been injured or killed in the conflict. Countries across Europe, including here in Wales have played an important role in welcoming those who have been displaced by the conflict, and this Council is proud of the role that Rhondda Cynon Taf has had in providing that support. This Council has already formalised its commitment to the people and nation of Ukraine with a Notice of Motion passed by Members in February 2024. This Motion seeks to reaffirm that support and look to a future – hopefully one where a peace deal can be reached that provides a fair outcome and justice to the Ukrainian nation and its people. Ysgol Garth Olwg have already commenced the process of establishing educational ties with Ukrainian schools, however in a further show of solidarity, this Council proposes to explore more formal civic Twinning arrangements. Pavlohrad (Pavlograd) is a city in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Like Rhondda Cynon Taf, the area has a rich mining history and there are further similarities between the communities of Rhondda Cynon Taf and the city of Pavlohrad. This Council therefore proposes: To explore formalising Twinning arrangements between the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf with the Pavlohrad city and region. These arrangements would be on both an educational and civic nature, and they would be similar to the existing arrangements that Rhondda Cynon Taf has with Nurtingen, Wolfenbuttel, Ravensburg and Montelimar. In terms of cost implications, based on the above existing arrangements, there would be minimal to no costs incurred as a result of this decision, should Council be minded to support. This Council consequently resolves: To condemn the continued aggression of the Russian invaders and reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine and its people. And requests: That Officers bring forward a report to the relevant Committee that explores the opportunities for establishing formalised Twinning arrangements between Pavlohrad and Rhondda Cynon Taf. It was RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion.
RESOLVED to agree the following Resolution: “That the press and public be excluded from the meeting under Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act (as amended) for the following items of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of the exempt information as defined in paragraph 12 and 13 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
RESOLVED: (i) That the scheme for the allocation of seats to the different political groups and bodies to which Section 15 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 applies, as detailed in the Appendix to the report, be adopted; (ii) To note that Council is required to carry out a review and re-allocation of seats as necessary on committees following any change in its overall political balance; (iii) That the Service Director – Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications be authorised to make appointments to politically balanced bodies upon receipt by him of notification of the wishes of the political groups subject to any subsequent requests for amendment of membership of Committees being referred to Council. (i) That the allocation of Notices of Motion for the remainder of the Municipal Year 2025 – 2026 remains.
In accordance with the Council’s Code of Conduct, the following declarations were made pertaining to the agenda. Agenda item 5 – Public Speaker Councillor S Bradwick – “I know the public speaker who is presenting to Council” Agenda item 6 – Members’ Questions Councillor D R Bevan – “My granddaughter is a member of Jas Mohammed’s Academy which is mentioned in the Cabinet Member response” Agenda item 7 - WELSH CHURCH ACT FUND ANNUAL REPORT 2024/25 Councillor A Morgan Dan-Y-Las Environmental Group, Fernhill & Glenboi Community centre and the Nos Galan Committee Councillor Treeby Nos Galan Committee Councillor A Crimmings Nos Galan Committee Councillor M Maohoub Nos Galan Committee Councillor D Grehan Friends of Tyn Y Bryn Park Councillor M Norris I am involved with the Cambrian Village Trust Councillor R Williams I am a member of two groups mentioned, ASD Rainbows and Penrhiwceiber Rangers AFC Councillor C Preedy I am a Director of a company that works alongside Cambrian Village Trust Councillor R Lewis Vice President of Cor Meibion, Abercynon Councillor S A Bradwick I am Chair of Maesyffynnon Allotments, Aberdare Councillor J Edwards I support groups to the community groups who are in receipt of the Welsh Church Act Fund Councillor R Davis My husband works for Spectacle Theatre Councillor J Smith My Partner is a member of Cor Meibion Morlais and I am the Vice President of Cor Meibion Agenda item 12 – Notices of Motion Councillor J Barton – “I am Chair of Governors at Ysgol Garth Olwg which is mentioned in the Notice of Motion relating to the twinning between RCT and Pavlohrad city and region” Councillor S Bradwick – “My friend is from the Ukraine and is now living in Aberdare, she still has family living in the Ukraine”
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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the hybrid meeting on the 26th November 2025 as an accurate reflection of the meeting. In response to a query from the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, the Leader clarified that his statement of correction, delivered at the Council meeting in October 2025 represented both an apology as well as clarification of the matter.
The Council RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the hybrid meeting on the 26th November 2025 as an accurate reflection of the meeting. In response to a query from the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, the Leader clarified that his statement of correction, delivered at the Council meeting in October 2025 represented both an apology as well as clarification of the matter.
The Presiding Officer advised that there were a number of sad announcements to follow and she extended the Council’s sincere sympathies to Cllr Wiliam Rees and those affected by the following announcements: Ø Councillor Sera Evans announced the devastating news that Councillor Wiliam Rees (representing the Pontypridd Town ward) and his partner Brooke had suffered the wholly cruel and unexpected loss of their 11 day old baby son, Wiliam Ioan, over the Christmas period. Councillor Evans asked that Council formally notes its sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Councillor Rees and his family at this tragic time; Ø Councillor G Stacey announced the passing of former Councillor Henry Cox who served the Rhydyfelin ward for 34 years as a Taff Ely Member and RCT Councillor. Councillor Stacey wished to pass on his condolences to Henry’s wife and family; Ø Councillor R Davis wished to reflect on the sad passing of former Councillor Graham Smith who represented the Porth ward, alongside Cllr Margaret Davies, between 2012 -2017. He was a former member of Rhondda Borough Council and also an official in the electrical electronic telecommunications and plumbing unit and was the regional political organiser. Cllr Davis paid tribute to Graham who was described by many as an unassuming, private and modest man. The Presiding Officer led the Council in a minute’s silence in view of the sad announcements. The Presiding Officer wished to pass on Council’s best wishes to the Leader of the Opposition, Councillor Karen Morgan, who is currently unwell. Ø Councillor S Bradwick wished to thank a resident of Aberdare, Mrs Tania Gent, who decorated her house for Christmas and raised £700 in doing so. Tania very kindly donated the money to Velindre Hospital. Councillor Bradwick asked that a letter from the Mayor is sent to Tania to thank her for her fundraising efforts. The Presiding Officer called on the Leader of the Council, Councillor A Morgan, OBE to make his announcement: Ø The Leader announced that he would not be standing for re-election in the next local elections in 2027 and in order to assist in the transition process for his predecessor, he intended to step down at this year’s Council AGM. Councillor Morgan reflected on his time with RCT Council over the past 34 years, starting as an apprentice for Cynon Valley Borough Council before it merged with RCT County Borough Council. He was first elected in 2004, became a Cabinet Member in 2008, was appointed as Leader of RCT Council in 2014 and subsequently Leader of the WLGA in 2019 before Covid and the impactful flooding events. Councillor Morgan commented that despite austerity and some challenging times, public services remain a force for good with the Council serving the communities and the residents it represents. He was keen that the authority continues to progress in a positive way and despite those challenging times he referred to the constructive progress the council has made largely due to its dedicated staff and officers, most of whom live within the county borough and take pride in their community. The Leader felt it was important to address Council this evening to share his intentions with all Members of the Council and to formally thank the staff, particularly the Cabinet staff for their support. He referred to the RCT Team approach which includes the commonality which exists across all political groups, working together to achieve the best outcome for the residents of RCT. In response to the Leader’s announcement the Deputy Leader, Councillor M Webber BEM paid tribute to the Leader and his unwavering dedication to the Council, residents and its staff and the county borough as a whole. Councillor Webber spoke of the privilege she felt having worked alongside the Leader for so many years, with his fair and positive attitude towards RCT Council and for his commitment to work with the opposition groups for the benefit of all residents. Councillor Webber referred to the wider respect the Leader has earned through his work as Leader of the WLGA and to his hard work and dedication as Leader of this authority. The (Deputy) Leaders of all other political groups took the opportunity to pay tribute to the Leader, Councillor A Morgan OBE for his dedication and commitment to the Council for many years. Many referred to the team approach and his ability to ‘lead by example’ especially in some of the most challenging times. They all thanked him and wished him well for the future.
The following statements were made: The Leader made the following statement in relation to RCT being one of the host routes for the 3rd stage of the 2027 Tour de France.He added that the leg of the event will start on Sunday, July 4th, 2027, in Welshpool and finish in Cardiff, and the final kilometres of the stage will include 3 of RCT’s most challenging climbs, Rhigos, Penrhys & Maerdy mountains and through the Cynon Valley before departing RCT. The Leader commented that it is a huge opportunity for RCT to raise the profile in South Wales as billions of viewers watching the race and a real opportunity to market the location. He added that the Council will continue its investment programme to ensure the roads on the route and all others across the county are in the best condition possible. The Leader incredibly exciting news for the County Borough and builds on the Council’s proud record of hosting an increasing number of major events such as the National Eisteddfod. The Leader reminded Members that this also represents a great opportunity to promote the range of attractions and destinations that Rhondda Cynon Taf has to offer. He wished to thank all the officers who have been involved to date and advised that a special, disciplinary team from highways, marketing, tourism and other service areas will be established to progress the arrangements. **************************************************************************************** The Leader made a second statement in relation to the forthcoming 90s Event as he was pleased to confirm that RCT will be hosting a brand?new 90s event this August – RCT 90’s Summer Party at Ynysangharad War Memorial Park. The Leader commented that this was a great opportunity to build on the huge success of last year’s 80s event with a further full summer celebration of iconic 90s music. He announced the line up to include top 90’s performers: Heather Small, Kenny Thomas, East 17, Whigfield, S Club’s Jo and Jon, and 90’s Rewind. The Leader stressed that the Council will also be working closely with local Welsh talent to add to this already fantastic line?up and he was pleased that the Council is able to provide affordable tickets for this event at only £10 per person (subject to booking fee). Councillor Morgan added that the event will bring a huge amount of visitors to Pontypridd as did the Eisteddfod and forms part of the Council’s wider programme of cultural and community events, which also includes funding support for the Rhondda Arts Festival Treorchy, the town centre Christmas events, and the Nos Galan Road Races, which attract thousands to Mountain Ash. He confirmed that in 2025, the Council’s events programme attracted over 100,000 visitors and residents, with strong interest already building for 2026. These events directly support the Council’s town centres by boosting footfall, strengthening local businesses, and contributing to the local economy. Across all town centres, a 5.3% increase in footfall was recorded in 2025 compared with 2024, which is a significant rise, especially in the year following the National Eisteddfod. ********************************************************************************************* Councillor R Davis, Cabinet Member for Resources made her statement in relation to the Coed-Ely Solar Farm project which has been shortlisted for the partnership and collaboration clean energy pathways awards as part of the Edie Awards. These have been described as the Oscars of sustainable business and are the biggest energy awards in the UK and take place in March. Councillor Davis advised that the Coed-Ely Solar Farm is now switched on and generating electricity, as well as sending electricity into the National Grid it also provides a direct, secure energy supply to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital via a private wire which has been installed along the new dual carriageway. Councillor Davis commented that this project embodies everything that is good about the Council, its ability to be innovative, its tenacity and its willingness to invest in the future and seize opportunities, such as the opportunity to reclaim the land and the new road which gave the Council the opportunity to install the private wire. In conclusion, the Cabinet Member congratulated Rosie Collins and the whole team.
The Service Director – Democratic Services, Welsh Language and Communications confirmed that one request from the public was received to the Council Business Unit from RCT resident, Sorrel Hill, within the specified period in accordance with the Council’s Open Government Council Meeting Procedure Rules (section 4) and the Council’s Public Participation Strategy. The Service Director added that the Leader, Councillor A Morgan would reply to Ms Hill following her presentation in relation to Home to School Transport as set out on the agenda as follows: “My presentation will give a brief overview of the long-term odour issues affecting the Abernant, Llwydcoed and surrounding areas, and how they continue to impact residents’ daily lives and wellbeing”. The Council Leader, Councillor A Morgan OBE thanked Ms Hill and confirmed that he was aware of correspondence between herself and officers of the Council concerning this issue. He confirmed that discussions have been ongoing between the Council and Amgen and there has been a proactive approach taken in respect of addressing concerns and complaints. The Leader advised that 101 air quality sample investigation have been undertaken, however, to date no evidence has been identified of any pervasive landfill gas or ‘rotten egg’ smells. The majority of samples showed that hydrogen sulphate levels are below the threshold of human detection. The Leader commented that Officers have been in touch with a number of agencies, including Public Health and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) and Angen with all three having attended the site and undertaken tests using hand-held controls. He added that no domestic landfill waste has been deposited into the site for over 10 years because the waste is currently turned into energy. The Leader further explained that further ‘capping’ work using membrane sheets on the landfill site has been undertaken to ensure that any gas escapes would be caught and sealed. NRW, as the Regulator, has overseen the work and has raised no concerns. This periodic testing has been undertaken at all hours of the day with the earliest test at 6.30am. In conclusion, the Leader thanked Ms Hill for raising this issue and specifically the suggestion around permanent monitoring which he assured would be given further consideration. He hoped Ms Hill would be reassured by a number of actions that have been taken to date on the site by Amgen and overseen by NRW with no reported issues. The Leader commented that unusually it has been noted that over 50% of the complaints received to date are from one specific street in Abernant and none from areas in Robertstown or from Heol Gerrig which has raised further questions and warrants further investigation. The Presiding Officer thanked Ms Hill for attending to present to Full Council.
1) Question from County Borough Councillor G. Hopkins to the Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing, County Borough Councillor M. A. Norris: “Can the Cabinet Member outline how our creative industries are bringing benefits to the economy and local communities in Rhondda Cynon Taf?” Response of Councillor Norris: Councillor Norris responded that the creative industries are a proven driver of growth nationally and locally, and in Rhondda Cynon Taf we are seeing that impact through jobs and skills, town-centre regeneration, visitor spend, stronger community cohesion and increased use of the Welsh-language. He added that at a Wales level, the Welsh Government’s Creative Wales, is central to building production, business growth and skills across film/TV, games, animation, music and immersive tech. Councillor Norris advised that production investment, since Creative Wales launched, has generated over £419m for the Welsh economy and research undertaken by Creative Cardiff in 2023 estimated that creative Gross Added Value in Rhondda Cynon Taf was £185M, whilst business turnover exceeded £200M. As an example, Councillor Norris explained that the Council has a good relationship with Coleg y Cymoedd following the delivery of the Jason Mohammed Academy at the Rhondda Campus. Since then, links have also been made with Welsh Ice who delivered a series of workshops on self-employment in the creative sector. Screen Alliance Wales have also delivered a series of workshops across the region, which included a tour of Bad Wolf Studios. In conclusion, Councillor Norris commented that the Work & Skill Service have also facilitated paid work placements in RCTCBC’s Arts Service for those interested in the creative sector, including a technician placement that was created specifically for a Communities for Work+ participant. RCT also benefit from being connected to the wider Cardiff Capital Region creative cluster which, according to research undertaken by Creative Cardiff, hosts over 4,000 creatives. There was no supplementary question 2) Question from County Borough Councillor A. J. Dennis to the Cabinet Member for Communities, County Borough Councillor S. Emanuel: “Can the Cabinet Member please outline what investment has been made in Abercynon Leisure Centre over recent years?” Response of Councillor Emanuel: Councillor Emanuel advised that over last 12 years the Council has invested almost £18m within all its leisure facilities via Capital Investment and matched Grant Funding. Abercynon Leisure Centre is the most recent gym in RCT to receive a refurbishment of its facilities with its fitness equipment and class studio re-opening on January 5th this year. Councillor Emanuel pointed out that Abercynon Sports Centre has previously benefited from £1.7m of investment in improving its fitness provision, changing rooms, class studios and pool hall as well as receiving further investment in energy conservation measures. Alongside Abercynon Sports Centre, a £1.2m 3G pitch has been installed alongside an outdoor multi-sport area. Supplementary question from Councillor Dennis: “How has the investment impacted the membership?” Response of Councillor Emanuel: Councillor Emanuel responded that Abercynon has a great customer base with people from all ages, and he had no doubt that the investment will only look to expand on that success. Abercynon has picked up 60 new members in the first 2 weeks of the new gym opening and 320 new members since between the 5th and 22nd January 2026 across all sites. 3) Question from County Borough Councillor C. Preedy to the Leader of the Council, County Borough Councillor A. Morgan OBE: “Can the Leader update on what discussions he has had with the Welsh Government around the Learner Travel Measure?” Response of Councillor Morgan OBE: Councillor Morgan responded that in line with the Notice of Motion that was passed last year, he was able to confirm the Council has written to the Welsh Government Cabinet Secretary for Transport, on the four points that were agreed around the reform of the bus industry and linking in with routes around schools. He added that there have been conversations at an all Wales level to include local authorities, Transport for Wales and WG. The Leader advised that the RCT offer, as it stands, is still well over and above what the learner travel measure requires and work has been undertaken to evidence what would be required to lift the offer to residents and the communities of RCT with TFW having also confirmed that it would cost around in excess of £80M per year to bring local authorities up to the higher level. The Leader pointed out that the Learner Travel (Wales) Measure was recently discussed at the Senedd. The outcome being that any amendment to the Measure would be for the next Senedd administration to consider. He added that conversations are still ongoing and every opportunity to raise the issue with WG. Supplementary question from Councillor Preedy: “Can you provide an update on the progress and future opportunities to improve local bus provisions?” Response of Councillor Morgan OBE: The Leader commented that even though the funding for buses comes from the Regional pot of South-East Wales, the Council’s officers play an integral part together with other local authorities and involves cross boundary working, as bus routes do not necessarily start and finish within the County’s boundaries. He further explained that the Council has been able to introduce a number of additional routes through WG funding. The Leader referred to the final Budget settlement and the deal between Labour and Plaid Cymru in the Senedd which secured an additional £10M capital funding for bus services. He added that further details were yet to be confirmed as to how the funding would be distributed, whether to the Regional pot or via Transport for Wales on their Traws Cymru service. The Leader concluded that added that any additional funding towards the public bus network would be welcomed by residents to extend the reach of bus services into the evening or on the weekends. 4) Question from County Borough Councillor J. Edwards to the Cabinet Member for Resources, County Borough Councillor R. Davis: “How is this Council meeting its ambitions and targets around carbon reduction and improving energy efficiency?” Response of Councillor Davis: Councillor Davis advised that RCT Council is committed to meeting its carbon reduction target to become a Carbon Neutral Council by 2030 and to contribute to the Welsh Government’s ambition for a Net Zero public sector. In September 2024, the Council published its Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP), which sets a pathway for the borough to transition to decarbonisation by 2050. To support this strategic oversight, Councillor Davis added that the Council has an Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Cabinet Sub Committee. As part of this, officers prepare annual Welsh Public Sector Net Zero carbon reporting submissions, implement improvements across service areas, and champion initiatives that reduce emissions. Since 2009, the Council has invested in its efficiency and Carbon Reduction Programme (CRP), focusing on projects like installing solar panels and upgrading building systems, contributing to both cost and carbon savings. Councillor Davis explained that the Council is strengthening its approach to carbon accounting for procured goods, services and construction, and expanding partnership work with key suppliers to reduce emissions linked to building and infrastructure projects. The Council also maximises its land portfolio for tree planting and renewable energy projects, such as the Coed-Ely Solar Farm, which will power the local hospital and around 1,800 homes annually. In conclusion, Councillor Davis commented that the local authority will continue to work collaboratively, and act at the scale needed to further reduce its carbon emissions and embed decarbonisation in all strategic decisions and operational activities. There was no supplementary question 5) Question from County Borough Councillor A. S. Fox to the Leader of the Council, County Borough Councillor A. Morgan OBE: “Our street scene is an important issue for Members across the Chamber, from litter and bins to highway to overgrowth. Can the Leader please outline what the Council is doing to improve this service across the County Borough?” Response of Councillor Morgan OBE: Councillor Morgan took the opportunity to praise the staff within this service area which has recently merged as the Council has brought together the Parks and Cleansing teams as one operational department to create better alignment and maximise resources. The Leader commented that this service area has always been a high demand service and demand has increased over recent years such. He added that there have been reviews on the location, number and type of street litter bins. The Leader confirmed that 143 bins have been replaced or installed with a further 50 on order. The Leader explained that the IT team are currently supporting the Parks and Cleansing teams to cross reference the CRMs to use this information to streamline the work. There has also been work undertaken on the planning and scheduling of the cutting-back of highway overgrowth and adjusting (and amending accordingly), to ensure the frequency is correct to ensure the Council meets increasing demands. The Leader referred to the extensive overgrowth work currently being carried out on key arterial routes along the A4059 and the A4119. He also referenced the targeted blitzes which include cleansing areas such as street signs and cutting back overgrowth. There was no supplementary question 6) Question from County Borough Councillor J. Barton to Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing, County Borough Councillor M. A. Norris: “Can the Cabinet Member outline how this Council can promote our local biodiversity spaces for public use?” Response of Councillor Norris: Councillor Norris explained that theRCT Living Landscape (Nature on Your Doorstep) Project is a key Council biodiversity initiative. The Council has committed to establishing 100 Council-owned and managed biodiversity sites across RCT by 2030. He added that there are currently 59 of these Living Landscape sites, with 5 more planned by March, and another 5 by March 2027, funded by Welsh Government Local Places for Nature capital funding. Councillor Norris outlined the events programme which has been developed at a number of the sites with members of our Local Nature Partnership. To date, events have been held at 4 sites, with another 3 planned. Further, Officers are also looking into further opportunities to tap into other community engagement networks operating in RCT, such as the RCT Local Nature Partnership, the RCT Climate Action Network, INTERLINK’s volunteer network and the RCT Green Social Prescribing Network. As part of the Building Nature Networks in RCT project, which runs to March 2028, a Community Science element will engage local people in wildlife and habitat recording. This is being taken forward in conjunction with the South-East Wales Biodiversity Record Centre, which is based in Talbot Green. Supplementary question from Councillor Barton: “Are there any specific plans for the Cwm tip in the future?” Response of Councillor Norris: Councillor Norris commented that before considering formal designations for Cwm Colliery Tip, the Council needs to be satisfied that there are no issues that would prevent more formal public access. A Tip Safety scheme currently focused on site investigations and maintenance to ensure safety and resilience and close working continues between tip safety team and ecologists. The Council will look to put some appropriate information boards at the site next year, recognising that locals do access the site. These will give information on biodiversity at the site but also will advise people to take care when accessing the site as there may be hidden drainage features/channels in the undergrowth and explain that the site continues to be under an ongoing management regime. Councillor Norris concluded that Officers will continue to update the local Members with any progress. 7) Question from County Borough Councillor G. Williams to the Cabinet Member for Communities, County Borough Councillor B. Harris: “Can the Cabinet Member please outline what support is being provided to community buildings, such as churches and community centres, and outline whether any further support will be available for the coming winter period?” Response of Councillor Harris: Councillor Harris advised that in terms of churches and community centres, the Welsh Church Act Fund is administered by the Council’s Regeneration Service and is made available to Churches, Chapels, Places of Public Worship, constituted community groups and charities operating in the County Borough areas of Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr and Bridgend. He added that this Fund provides support for capital expenditure such as the refurbishment of community buildings or places of worship or purchase of capital equipment. Councillor Harris provided information on the successful applications and confirmed that over the past 2 years, 33 Community Groups and 19 Churches within RCT have made successful applications. 52 Community Groups and Churches have received in excess of £660,000 during the period 2024/25 and 2025/26 to date. Councillor Harris explained that once again, this year, the communities of RCT also benefitted from additional funding of up to £1,500 to open their doors to provide a safe and warm space for residents. In total, 97 community venues and 13 RCTCBC Libraries provided a warm welcome to residents, a total of 110 local warm and safe places. Councillor Harris was pleased to announce that this represents an increase of 25 Warm and Safe Places over last year, and the amazing partnership between this Council and its communities that has been developed. In conclusion, Councillor Harris commented that the Council continues to provide support to community groups who provide direct food support for residents and the RCT Food Support Fund remains open all year for applications via the RCT Together web page. There was no supplementary question due to the lapse of the allotted time.
The Service Director Democratic Services & Communication provided an update on the Council Work Programme for the 2025/26 Municipal Year. He reminded Members of the revisions to Council business for January and February Council for which Members had been notified accordingly. He advised that the next scheduled meeting of Council would take place on the 4th March, an important date when Council determines its budget for which notice has been provided to non-majority groups in respect of the Council’s budget policy framework. The Service Director concluded that the allocation of business across the afore mentioned dates is included in the public facing work programme which is hyperlinked as part of today’s summons. As is always the case during each Municipal Year any remaining council business will be reviewed to identify any remaining business through the April with the AGM currently scheduled for the 20th May 2026.
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RESOLVED to: (i) Consider the External Auditor report – “Audit of Accounts Report” (Appendix 1); (ii) Approve and note the Welsh Church Act Fund Annual Report and Financial Statements for the financial year 2024/25 (Appendix 2); and (iii) Approve and note the Letter of Representation relating to the Welsh Church Act Fund (Appendix 3).
In his report the Deputy Chief Executive advised that the Council has administrative responsibility for the Welsh Church Act Fund accounts which have now been subject to audit and for which an opinion upon them has now been provided. The Deputy Chief Executive commented that there were a small number of amendments made to the draft accounts which are included in the auditor’s report which confirms that Audit Wales intends to issue an unqualified audit opinion on the accounts. The Deputy Chief Executive referred Members to the recommendations set out in section two of the report. The Leader paid thanks to the Council’s Regeneration Officers for their hard work in overseeing the fund on behalf of the Local Authority and in particular to the Project Team Leader, Debbie Pike. Following consideration of the report whereby the Deputy Chief Executive responded to a query raised in relation to audit fees, it was RESOLVED to: (i) Consider the External Auditor report – “Audit of Accounts Report” (Appendix 1); (ii) Approve and note the Welsh Church Act Fund Annual Report and Financial Statements for the financial year 2024/25 (Appendix 2); and (iii) Approve and note the Letter of Representation relating to the Welsh Church Act Fund (Appendix 3).
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RESOLVED to: (i) Note and adopt the provisions of the Prescribed Requirements Regulations and the amendments made to those regulations by theAmendment Regulations as the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27, subject to the local discretions that the Council is able to exercise; (ii) Note the outcome of the consultation exercise undertaken by the Council on the local discretions applicable to the CTRS for 2026/27; and (iii) Confirm the discretions applicable to the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27 as set out at paragraph 5.3 (Table 2) of this report.
The Deputy Chief Executive advised that the report satisfies the annual requirement for the Council to agree a council tax reduction scheme (CTRS) for the forthcoming financial year. He added that the proposal is for the scheme to continue in its current form for the next year and there are a small number of local discretions which the Council also propose to continue with next year. He added that Welsh Government Regulations have been upgraded in line with national inflationary uplifts to benefits. The Deputy Chief Executive referred Members to the recommendations. Following discussion the Deputy Chief Executive responded to a query raised regarding the sustainability of the Welsh Government funding model set out at section six of the report and advised that the £244M was built into the overall Welsh Government settlement in 2013 when the scheme was introduced and it was based on council tax levels at that point in time. He added that any drift from that is subject to local decisions made by each local council regarding their own council tax increases on a year on year basis. It was RESOLVED to: (i) Note and adopt the provisions of the Prescribed Requirements Regulations and the amendments made to those regulations by theAmendment Regulations as the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27, subject to the local discretions that the Council is able to exercise; (ii) Note the outcome of the consultation exercise undertaken by the Council on the local discretions applicable to the CTRS for 2026/27; and (iii) Confirm the discretions applicable to the Council’s local CTRS for 2026/27 as set out at paragraph 5.3 (Table 2) of this report.
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RESOLVED to note: (i) The Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix A) and Council’s response to the areas for improvement / recommendations included within the Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix B). (ii) The Council’s response to the areas for improvement was scrutinised by the Governance and Audit Committee, in accordance with the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021. (iii) Following the meeting, the report will be published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021.
The Chief Executive presented the report which provided all Members with a copy of the Panel Performance Assessment Final Report along with the Council’s response to the recommendations therein made by the Panel. The Chief Executive reminded Members that the Panel Performance Assessment is a requirement of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021. The Panel was required to assess how the Council is meeting its performance requirements which asks the key questions, is the Council exercising its functions effectively, is the Council using its resources economically, efficiently and effectively and does the Council have the governance arrangements in place to do the same. The Chief Executive advised that in addition to the core requirements of the assessment, the Council identified two areas where the Panel’s insight would be of value, they included ‘Demonstrating impact and outcomes for our communities’ and ‘Building Community Resilience’. As well as undertaking a desktop review of the Council’s key documents and evidence, the onsite stage involved a wide range of engagement with stakeholders which are listed in the appended report. The Panel undertook an onsite assessment between the 7th-10th October 2025 and following that assessment the panel presented the Council with a draft for review and comment, the Council provided no comment with no material changes necessary to the report presented by the panel, therefore the Council received the final report in November 2025. The Chief Executive advised that in accordance with the Act the report along with the Council’s draft response to the recommendations were presented to the Council’s Governance & Audit Committee at their meeting held on the 24th November 2025 with no changes considered necessary by the Committee. The Chief Executive summarised the background and the Panel’s main conclusions and firstly and importantly we can be confident that this was a robust and comprehensive process, a great deal of documentation evidence was provided to the panel before the onsite assessment and during that assessment the panel would have triangulated that evidence with the many stakeholders that they met before reaching their conclusions within the report. The Chief Executive thanked those Members across the Chamber who participated in the onsite assessment. The Chief Executive referred to some of the key strengths and areas of innovation identified by the Panel across the Council as listed in section 8 of the Panel’s report. He referenced the “mature political and Officer leadership of the Council”, “collaboration and a ‘Team RCT’ approach is embedded in the Council’s culture” and a ‘’One Council approach’’ underpinned by a “strong sense of place”. The value of the Council’s role in partnership landscape comes through strongly as does the support for scrutiny, good governance and procurement. The Panel recognised the Council’s mature planning and performance framework and strengths of the Council’s financial planning and investment strategy. Section 9 of the report contained the Panel’s overall assessment of the Council which included that RCT is a ‘good, well run and ambitious Council, focused on improving the lives of its citizens’. The Chief Executive referred to the several positive attributes set at paragraph 9.3 of the assessment, in addition to the strengths he had already highlighted, which had been identified by the Panel. The Chief Executive advised that the Panel did recognise the challenges ahead as the Council takes the next steps in achieving the ambitions of its Corporate Plan, particularly around strengthening community resilience and putting in place the resources and environment to support this long term cultural change this requires. He referred to Sections 10 and 11 of the report which contained the improvement opportunities for the Council in respect of the core activities that form the basic structure when reviewing the Council’s performance requirements. He added that there were no recommendations for effective governance as the Panel found that good governance, service planning and performance arrangements are already in place. The Chief Executive advised that the Panel concluded that overall the Council is effectively utilising its resources, recognising the strong corporate financial planning and management functions in place, the Panel also recognised the strengths of the procurement processes, that HR are a valued part of the Council, the positive impact of the Council ‘growing its own’ capability across its workforce, the valued leadership of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion demonstrated by the Depuy Leader and the arrangements in place to support and to continue to improve against this agenda. The Council’s strength and communication arrangements across the workforce, infrastructure upgrades, progress with Digital Strategy and the importance of the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) were all noted by the Panel. The Chief Executive referred to an example which was worthy of noting in this section, that being the strong financial management and budgetary planning. He commented on the well-deserved recognition of areas that have served this Council well for many years. The Chief Executive referred to the areas for improvement and recommendations identified by the Panel, which included three recommendations. He commented that all three recommendations highlight the Council’s readiness for change and the way forward and they are helpfully framed by the Panel to support the Council as it takes its next steps. He added that his interpretation is that the Panel felt the Council is in a strong position to face the challenges ahead and the Council accepts the recommendations (with the Council’s positive response being set out in Appendix B appended to the report). The Panel’s recommendations have been included into the service planning and performance management arrangements to ensure they are being monitored and delivered. In conclusion, the Chief Executive commented that the assessment is overwhelmingly positive, confirming objectively and independently that not only is the Council meeting its performance responsibilities under the Act but that this is a good, well-run and ambitious Council, with many strengths and positive attributes and he welcomed the recommendations for improvement which are helpful in supporting the future direction of the Council. He added that this is a positive reflection of a consistent, strong and effective leadership of the Council by Elected Members, Officers and the many years of hard work made by the committed, capable and enthusiastic workforce across the Council. The Chief Executive provided responses to a number of queries raised specifically regarding the potential resource implications associated with ‘Demonstrating Impact and Outcomes for our Communities’ (contained within the Council’s response at Table 1, Appendix B). He advised that any resource implications will be considered as part of the Council’s arrangements for the budget setting process. He referred to the Council’s specific response to the recommendation on resources and highlighted the work that is underway as part of the transformation plan and the four pillars that sit beneath that which has a clear focus relating to community resilience, preventative services and optimising use of the Council’s resources. The Chief Executive confirmed that newsletters and blogs are now being shared with the school community as well as discussions as to how the Council can further extend its engagement and communications externally with residents Following discussion it was RESOLVED to note: (i) The Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix A) and Council’s response to the areas for improvement / recommendations included within the Panel Performance Assessment Final Report (Appendix B). (ii) The Council’s response to the areas for improvement was scrutinised by the Governance and Audit Committee, in accordance with the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021. (iii) Following the meeting, the report will be published in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021.
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RESOLVED to note the Annual Report of the Standards Committee for the Municipal Year 2024/2025.
Before presenting his report, the Director, Legal & Democratic Services, advised that the Chair of the Standards Committee, Mr Dave Bowen, had resigned from his position due to ill health and was not in attendance today to present the annual report for that very reason. The Director was sure that Members would like to join him in wishing Mr Bowen well for his recovery and to thank him for his service and commitment to the Standards Committee over many years. Mr Bowen also wished to pass on his own thanks to Council for its support to him in his role as Chair. The Director also advised that due to Mr Bowen’s resignation, there is a need to recruit a replacement Independent Member to the Standards Committee and therefore a report outlining that process will be brought to the next Council meeting for Members to agree how that process should proceed. The Director Legal & Democratic Services presented the Standards Committee Annual Report for the 2024/2025 Municipal Year which had been recommended for approval by the Standards Committee. He added that the purpose of the annual report is to present a summary of the work undertaken by the Committee and the achievements listed in the report, whilst not exhaustive, reflect many of the Committee’s considerations over the period. Notable examples provided in the report include a review of the Officer-Member Protocol and that the Committee started the Review of the Council's Local Resolution Protocol and Procedures, which will be brought before Council at the next meeting. It was RESOLVED to note the Annual Report of the Standards Committee for the Municipal Year 2024/2025.
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RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion. ******************************************************************************************* 2. To consider the under-mentioned Notice of Motion which has been submitted in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 10.1 and received by the Proper Officer, standing in the names of M. Webber, A. Morgan, L. Addiscott, M. D. Ashford, J. Barton, D. R. Bevan, J. Bonetto, S. Bradwick, J. Brencher, G. Caple, J. Cook, A. Crimmings, R. Davis, S. J. Davies, A. J. Dennis, V. Dunn, E. L. Dunning, J. Edwards, J. A. Elliott, L. Ellis, S. Emanuel, R. Evans, Sheryl Evans, A. S. Fox, B. Harris, S. Hickman, G. Holmes, G. Hopkins, G. W. Hughes, W. Hughes, G. Jones, G. O. Jones, R. R. Lewis, C. Leyshon, M. Maohoub, C. Middle, N. H. Morgan, S. Morgans, M. A. Norris, D. Parkin, S. Powderhill, C. Preedy, S. Rees, A. Roberts, G. Stacey, L. A. Tomkinson, W. Treeby, J. Turner, G. L. Warren, K. Webb, D. Williams, G. E. Williams, R. Williams, T. Williams and R. Yeo. The 24th February 2026 will mark the 4th anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces began. In the almost 4 years that conflict has been ongoing, millions of people have been displaced and, while estimates vary, it is accepted that hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians – both military and civilian - have been injured or killed in the conflict. Countries across Europe, including here in Wales have played an important role in welcoming those who have been displaced by the conflict, and this Council is proud of the role that Rhondda Cynon Taf has had in providing that support. This Council has already formalised its commitment to the people and nation of Ukraine with a Notice of Motion passed by Members in February 2024. This Motion seeks to reaffirm that support and look to a future – hopefully one where a peace deal can be reached that provides a fair outcome and justice to the Ukrainian nation and its people. Ysgol Garth Olwg have already commenced the process of establishing educational ties with Ukrainian schools, however in a further show of solidarity, this Council proposes to explore more formal civic Twinning arrangements. Pavlohrad (Pavlograd) is a city in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Like Rhondda Cynon Taf, the area has a rich mining history and there are further similarities between the communities of Rhondda Cynon Taf and the city of Pavlohrad. This Council therefore proposes: To explore formalising Twinning arrangements between the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf with the Pavlohrad city and region. These arrangements would be on both an educational and civic nature, and they would be similar to the existing arrangements that Rhondda Cynon Taf has with Nurtingen, Wolfenbuttel, Ravensburg and Montelimar. In terms of cost implications, based on the above existing arrangements, there would be minimal to no costs incurred as a result of this decision, should Council be minded to support. This Council consequently resolves: To condemn the continued aggression of the Russian invaders and reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine and its people. And requests: That Officers bring forward a report to the relevant Committee that explores the opportunities for establishing formalised Twinning arrangements between Pavlohrad and Rhondda Cynon Taf. It was RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion.
1. To consider the under-mentioned Notice of Motion which has been submitted in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 10.1 and received by the Proper Officer, standing in the names of J. Smith, S. J. Davies, L. Addiscott, M. D. Ashford, J. Barton, D. R. Bevan, J. Bonetto, S. Bradwick, J. Brencher, G. Caple, J. Cook, A. Crimmings, R. Davis, A. J. Dennis, V. Dunn, E. L. Dunning, J. Edwards, J. A. Elliott, L. Ellis, S. Emanuel, R. Evans, Sheryl Evans, A. S. Fox, B. Harris, S. Hickman, G. Holmes, G. Hopkins, G. W. Hughes, W. Hughes, G. Jones, G. O. Jones, R. R. Lewis, C. Leyshon, M. Maohoub, C. Middle, A. Morgan, N. H. Morgan, S. Morgans, M. A. Norris, D. Parkin, S. Powderhill, C. Preedy, S. Rees, A. Roberts, G. Stacey, L. A. Tomkinson, W. Treeby, J. Turner, G. L. Warren, K. Webb, M. Webber, D. Williams, G. E. Williams, R. Williams, T. Williams and R. Yeo. This Council notes that the UK Labour Government’s Employment Rights Act 2025 represents the most significant strengthening of employment protections in a generation, in what the Government has described as the “biggest upgrade in employment rights for a generation.” The Act introduces a number of landmark reforms, including: · Protection against unfair dismissal after six months of employment (however, this has been revised from the original “day one” proposal). · Reforms to zero?hours contracts – including rights to guaranteed hours, reasonable notice of shifts, and compensation for short?notice cancellations. · Stronger rights to request flexible working arrangements, with further enhancements expected in 2027. · Restrictions on exploitative “fire and rehire” practices, with a full ban scheduled for October 2026. • Enhanced protections for pregnant women, new mothers, and expanded parental and bereavement leave, alongside immediate access to paternity and unpaid parental leave from April 2026. · Stronger rules around collective redundancy and mandatory equality action plans for larger employers. · The creation of a Fair Work Agency to enforce standards and support workers in disputes, operational from 2026. · Additional reforms, including stronger protection against sexual harassment and new rules on tipping, which are due to be phased in by 2026–27. These are all issues that impact our residents, and RCT Council Members recognise the benefits that secure and fair employment brings. This Council has always taken pride in being a fair and responsible employer – as shown by our strong relationship with our Trade Unions colleagues, being an accredited Real Living Wage employer, and through our hugely successful apprenticeship and graduate programme, amongst other examples. More broadly, this Council fully supports the spirit and aims of the legislation as set out by the U.K. Government. It is, however, regrettable that further protections could have been afforded to workers if Conservative peers in the House of Lords had not forced the Government to drop some elements of the legislation. This Council further notes: That secure, fair, and dignified work is essential to improving living standards, reducing inequality, and strengthening local communities. That these reforms will particularly benefit workers in sectors such as care, retail, hospitality, and logistics, where insecure contracts and unfair practices have been prevalent. That in Wales, around 43,000 workers — approximately 1 in 30 employees — are on zero?hours contracts, disproportionately affecting care and hospitality, sectors vital to Rhondda Cynon Taf. That the Welsh Government has welcomed the Act, emphasising its role in enhancing employment rights, strengthening enforcement, and supporting trade union freedoms. That public opinion in Wales strongly supports the Act’s provisions, with polling showing cross?party backing for curbs on exploitative contracts and stronger dismissal protections. This Council resolves: To formally express its support for the Employment Rights Act and its swift implementation, while noting the phased timetable. To request that the Council Leader write to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, and to local Members of Parliament, affirming this Council’s backing for the Act. To request an Officer report be presented to the Council’s Joint Consultative Committee that conducts a review of our own employment practices to ensure they reflect the spirit of the legislation, including commitments to fair contracts, flexible working, and equality action planning. To work with local trade unions, businesses, and community organisations to promote awareness of the new rights and protections. It was RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion. ******************************************************************************************* 2. To consider the under-mentioned Notice of Motion which has been submitted in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 10.1 and received by the Proper Officer, standing in the names of M. Webber, A. Morgan, L. Addiscott, M. D. Ashford, J. Barton, D. R. Bevan, J. Bonetto, S. Bradwick, J. Brencher, G. Caple, J. Cook, A. Crimmings, R. Davis, S. J. Davies, A. J. Dennis, V. Dunn, E. L. Dunning, J. Edwards, J. A. Elliott, L. Ellis, S. Emanuel, R. Evans, Sheryl Evans, A. S. Fox, B. Harris, S. Hickman, G. Holmes, G. Hopkins, G. W. Hughes, W. Hughes, G. Jones, G. O. Jones, R. R. Lewis, C. Leyshon, M. Maohoub, C. Middle, N. H. Morgan, S. Morgans, M. A. Norris, D. Parkin, S. Powderhill, C. Preedy, S. Rees, A. Roberts, G. Stacey, L. A. Tomkinson, W. Treeby, J. Turner, G. L. Warren, K. Webb, D. Williams, G. E. Williams, R. Williams, T. Williams and R. Yeo. The 24th February 2026 will mark the 4th anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces began. In the almost 4 years that conflict has been ongoing, millions of people have been displaced and, while estimates vary, it is accepted that hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians – both military and civilian - have been injured or killed in the conflict. Countries across Europe, including here in Wales have played an important role in welcoming those who have been displaced by the conflict, and this Council is proud of the role that Rhondda Cynon Taf has had in providing that support. This Council has already formalised its commitment to the people and nation of Ukraine with a Notice of Motion passed by Members in February 2024. This Motion seeks to reaffirm that support and look to a future – hopefully one where a peace deal can be reached that provides a fair outcome and justice to the Ukrainian nation and its people. Ysgol Garth Olwg have already commenced the process of establishing educational ties with Ukrainian schools, however in a further show of solidarity, this Council proposes to explore more formal civic Twinning arrangements. Pavlohrad (Pavlograd) is a city in the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Like Rhondda Cynon Taf, the area has a rich mining history and there are further similarities between the communities of Rhondda Cynon Taf and the city of Pavlohrad. This Council therefore proposes: To explore formalising Twinning arrangements between the County Borough of Rhondda Cynon Taf with the Pavlohrad city and region. These arrangements would be on both an educational and civic nature, and they would be similar to the existing arrangements that Rhondda Cynon Taf has with Nurtingen, Wolfenbuttel, Ravensburg and Montelimar. In terms of cost implications, based on the above existing arrangements, there would be minimal to no costs incurred as a result of this decision, should Council be minded to support. This Council consequently resolves: To condemn the continued aggression of the Russian invaders and reaffirms its unwavering support for Ukraine and its people. And requests: That Officers bring forward a report to the relevant Committee that explores the opportunities for establishing formalised Twinning arrangements between Pavlohrad and Rhondda Cynon Taf. It was RESOLVED to adopt the Notice of Motion.
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RESOLVED to agree the following Resolution: “That the press and public be excluded from the meeting under Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act (as amended) for the following items of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of the exempt information as defined in paragraph 12 and 13 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
It was RESOLVED to agree the following Resolution: “That the press and public be excluded from the meeting under Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act (as amended) for the following items of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of the exempt information as defined in paragraph 12 and 13 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
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RESOLVED: (i) That the scheme for the allocation of seats to the different political groups and bodies to which Section 15 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 applies, as detailed in the Appendix to the report, be adopted; (ii) To note that Council is required to carry out a review and re-allocation of seats as necessary on committees following any change in its overall political balance; (iii) That the Service Director – Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications be authorised to make appointments to politically balanced bodies upon receipt by him of notification of the wishes of the political groups subject to any subsequent requests for amendment of membership of Committees being referred to Council. (i) That the allocation of Notices of Motion for the remainder of the Municipal Year 2025 – 2026 remains.
The Service Director, Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications presented the report to advise Members of the outcome of the review of the Political Balance of the Council following a recent change in the Council’s Political Group arrangements. He added that the report reflects that Councillor D Owen-Jones is recorded as an unallocated member of the Council, for political grouping purposes. The Service Director, Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications confirmed that based upon the committee compositions determined at the Council’s Annual General Meeting, that based upon the committee compositions determined at the Council’s Annual General Meeting, there is no impact to report as a result of these changes. Through the report, the Service Director – Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications advised that the opportunity is provided for Council to authorise the Service Director to make any amendments to political group representations if those Groups choose to do so. In conclusion, the Services Director sought Council’s instruction on the allocation of Notices of Motion for the remainder of the Municipal Year 2025 – 2026. It was RESOLVED: (i) That the scheme for the allocation of seats to the different political groups and bodies to which Section 15 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 applies, as detailed in the Appendix to the report, be adopted; (ii) To note that Council is required to carry out a review and re-allocation of seats as necessary on committees following any change in its overall political balance; (iii) That the Service Director – Democratic Services, Welsh Language & Communications be authorised to make appointments to politically balanced bodies upon receipt by him of notification of the wishes of the political groups subject to any subsequent requests for amendment of membership of Committees being referred to Council. (i) That the allocation of Notices of Motion for the remainder of the Municipal Year 2025 – 2026 remains.
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