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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 22nd September 2025 as an accurate record.
RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · the information in the report · the content and outcome of the external review conducted by Practice Solutions · the responses to the public consultation · the comments and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee following their meeting on 21st July 2025 during the public consultation process · Officer responses to the key themes highlighted from the consultation as set out in Section 6 of the report · The Equality Impact Assessment, including Socio-Economic Duty, and Welsh Language Impact Assessment 2. To implement the proposed new Disabled Persons Parking Bay Scheme (DPPBS) model and eligibility criteria set out in paragraphs 7.2 and 7.3 of the report, subject to the following amendment: To increase the number of parking bays to 15 bays from the recommended 12. Furthermore, that a further 5 bays are provided for the first initial year following implementation, through one off funding, due to the potential increase in demand. 3. To reopen the new scheme for application from March 2026 following a period of promotion of the new scheme commencing in January 2026 to allow people time to gather the relevant information in line with the new eligibility criteria; and 4. To an internal review of the new process to be completed after 12 months of operation. .
RESOLVED: 1. To note the comments and observations of the Scrutiny Committees following pre-scrutiny of the items listed within section 5 of the report.
RESOLVED: 1. To continue to support the approach to the Council’s budget consultation introduced in recent years, using both online engagement through the Council’s ‘Let’s Talk’ website and face-to-face community events, and continue to provide alternative means of engagement for those having reduced or no access to the Internet and those who prefer to engage through traditional methods; 2. To support the Council’s statutory requirements regarding consultation on the Council Tax Reduction Scheme and also Council Tax levels, and that these will be met via the recommended approach; 3. To approve the launch of a Phase 1 budget consultation in Autumn 2025, ahead of the Welsh Government’s provisional budget settlement (currently expected in November 2025); and 4. To authorise the Service Director – Democratic Services & Communication to finalise a detailed engagement timeline in consultation with the relevant Cabinet Member and Deputy Chief Executive and Group Director for Finance, Digital and Frontline Services.
RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · The information contained in this report · The approach and outcome of the consultation on the proposed respite model · The updated Equality Impact Assessment (including Socio-Economic Duty) · The updated Welsh Language Impact Assessment · The comments and observations of the Community Services Committee following its meeting on the 29th September 2025 where the Committee undertook pre-scrutiny of the consultation outcome; and 2. To the proposed new respite model and for Adult Services to proceed with its implementation.
RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the Play Sufficiency Assessment, Play Action Plan and Executive Summary; 2. To consider and note the comments and feedback of the Education and Inclusion Scrutiny Committee which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Report at the meeting held on 25th September 2025; 3. To approve the submission of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan to Welsh Government; and 4. To approve the formal adoption of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan.
RESOLVED: “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 14 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”.
In accordance with the Code of Conduct, the following personal declarations were made in respect of Item 9 of the agenda (Corporate Asset Management Plan): - The Cabinet Member for Education and Welsh Language, Councillor R Lewis - “I am a temporary Governor at the new ALN school, which is referenced within the report” - The Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing, Councillor M Norris - “I am a temporary Governor at the new ALN school, which is referenced within the report” - The Cabinet Member for Communities, Councillor B Harris - “I am a temporary Governor at the new ALN school, which is referenced within the report” - The Deputy Leader, Councillor M Webber - “I am a Governor at a school which is referenced within the report” - The Cabinet Member for Environmental Services - “I am a Trustee of Friends of Aberdare Park, which is referenced within the report” (declared later in the meeting – see Minute no. 45) - The Cabinet Member for Social Care (Children’s Services) – “I am a Trustee of Friends of Aberdare Park which is referenced within the report.” (declared later in the meeting – see Minute no. 45) Furthermore, the Director of Highways, Streetcare and Transportation Services declared an interest in respect of Item 10 of the agenda (Cynon Valley Waste Disposal Company Limited and Amgen Rhondda Limited - Annual General Meeting) as a Director of Amgen. The officer left the meeting whilst the item was discussed and voted upon.
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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 22nd September 2025 as an accurate record.
The Cabinet RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 22nd September 2025 as an accurate record.
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RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · the information in the report · the content and outcome of the external review conducted by Practice Solutions · the responses to the public consultation · the comments and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee following their meeting on 21st July 2025 during the public consultation process · Officer responses to the key themes highlighted from the consultation as set out in Section 6 of the report · The Equality Impact Assessment, including Socio-Economic Duty, and Welsh Language Impact Assessment 2. To implement the proposed new Disabled Persons Parking Bay Scheme (DPPBS) model and eligibility criteria set out in paragraphs 7.2 and 7.3 of the report, subject to the following amendment: To increase the number of parking bays to 15 bays from the recommended 12. Furthermore, that a further 5 bays are provided for the first initial year following implementation, through one off funding, due to the potential increase in demand. 3. To reopen the new scheme for application from March 2026 following a period of promotion of the new scheme commencing in January 2026 to allow people time to gather the relevant information in line with the new eligibility criteria; and 4. To an internal review of the new process to be completed after 12 months of operation. .
The Director of Adult Services presented Cabinet with the findings of the independent review undertaken by Practice Solutions earlier this year to consider the Council’s Disabled Persons Parking Bay Scheme (DPPBS) and the outcome of a public consultation initiated during the summer to seek the views of residents regarding the proposed future arrangements for the scheme. Members were reminded that the existing DPPBS was introduced in 2004 and was subsequently suspended in September 2023 pending an external review. Historically, 12 parking bays were awarded each year based on applicants meeting some basic eligibility criteria and a scored functional assessment from an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant based within the Adaptations and Community Equipment Team in Adult Services. Members were then informed of the independent review of the DPPBS by Practice Solutions, which took place during the autumn and winter of 2024. The final report was attached at Appendix 1 to the report. The outcome of the review was a recommendation that the Council should continue to offer a DPPBS but with a number of recommendations to improve the customer experience. Following consideration of the outcome of the independent review report, a new model and eligibility criteria for considering applications was subject to a public consultation, which operated between 14th July and 8th September 2025. In total 212 responses were received. 53% of respondents were aged 55 or above and 76% of respondents indicated that they considered themselves to be disabled. This information indicates that respondents were not representative of the whole population. It was explained that individuals largely disagreed that the number of bays provided each year should remain at 12, with 67% either strongly disagreeing or disagreeing with this suggestion, compared to 24% who either agreed or strongly agreed. The Community Services Scrutiny Committee also questioned the annual limit of 12 bays per annum. Whilst the consultation highlighted that people feel the number of parking bays allocated each year is insufficient there was no consensus on an appropriate number of bays. Based on consultation feedback and current Council resource commitments, the Director recommended that the number of disabled parking bays allocated be increased to a maximum of 15 bays per year. Members were referred to section 7 of the report, which detailed the DPPBS new eligibility criteria for consideration. The Director made Members aware of an error within section the schematic drawing of the proposed new model at section 7.2 of the report and stated that it should read ’15 parking bays allocated annually’ and not ‘12 parking bays allocated annually’. Subject to Cabinet’s approval, it was recommended that the new scheme is reopened for application from March 2026 following a period of promotion of the new scheme commencing in January 2026 to allow people time to gather the relevant information in line with the new eligibility criteria. The Cabinet Member for Social Care (Adult Services) was supportive of reinstating the Disabled Persons Parking Bay Scheme in Rhondda Cynon Taf, following the public consultation. The Cabinet Member emphasised that the scheme was discretionary and was not adopted by many other Local Authorities. The Cabinet Member felt that the provision of a disabled parking bay for an adult or a child, could greatly enhance their life experiences and opportunities. The Cabinet Member acknowledged that there would be a high degree of expectation and stated that it would be imperative to keep individuals informed at throughout the process until a final decision is made. The Cabinet Member wished to thank officers for the work put in to enhance the model and to thank the independent review, consultation respondents and the Community Services Scrutiny Committee. The Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing suggested that representations are made to Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board about the possibility of exempting the fees for doctor letters, which the applicants would have to gather for evidence as part of the criteria. With the agreement of the Chair, the following speakers were granted permission to address the Cabinet in respect of the item: - County Borough Councillor C Lisles; and - Mr R Clarke – Member of the public The Leader thanked both speakers for their representations. In relation to comments made about private businesses offering 5% of their total capacity for parking designated to disabled parking, the Leader explained that the Council follow the South Wales Parking Guidance but that, generally, the Council designates approximately 12% of each of its car parking spaces to disabled parking bays, which is over and above what is recommended within the guidance. In terms of drop curbs and disability access facilities, the Leader spoke of the £50K budget within the Council’s highways programme, which remained a priority for the Council and seeks to ensure longer routes are accessible for disabled persons. The Leader spoke of providing 20 disabled parking bays in the initial year and the importance of monitoring the application process and how it assists in the first year of its operation. It was explained that the highways assessment and criteria had significantly developed over the years and that it would continue to be tweaked to overcome potential barriers as part of the learning process. The Director of Adult Services took note of the points raised by the County Borough Councillor and advised that they would be included as part of the annual review. The Cabinet Member for Social Care (Adult Services) thanked the two speakers for their comments. The Cabinet Member reiterated that there was a need for the Disabled Parking Bay Scheme within the area and formally moved the recommendations contained within the report, with the proposal to increase the number of bays available in the initial year to 20. The Deputy Leader echoed the Cabinet Member’s comments and was supportive of reinstating the discretionary scheme to the benefit of residents of Rhondda Cynon Taf. The Deputy Leader spoke of a Disability Forum meeting at Cynon Link, where views were sought from attendees. The Deputy explained that the meeting was poorly attended and that those in attendance had limited knowledge of the scheme so was pleased that the proposed scheme was consulted upon and considered by the Scrutiny Committee before Cabinet’s consideration. Furthermore, the Deputy Leader took on board the comments of the County Borough Councillor and the public speaker and was supportive of the internal review following a year of operation to consider any changes to the criteria. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · the information in the report · the content and outcome of the external review conducted by Practice Solutions · the responses to the public consultation · the comments and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee following their meeting on 21st July 2025 during the public consultation process · Officer responses to the key themes highlighted from the consultation as set out in Section 6 of the report · The Equality Impact Assessment, including Socio-Economic Duty, and Welsh Language Impact Assessment 2. To implement the proposed new Disabled Persons Parking Bay Scheme (DPPBS) model and eligibility criteria set out in paragraphs 7.2 and 7.3 of the report, subject to the following amendment: To increase the number of parking bays to 15 bays from the recommended 12. Furthermore, that a further 5 bays are provided for the first initial year following implementation, through one off funding, due to the potential increase in demand. 3. To reopen the new scheme for application from March 2026 following a period of promotion of the new scheme commencing in January 2026 to allow people time to gather the relevant information in line with the new eligibility criteria; and 4. To an internal review of the new process to be completed after 12 months of operation. .
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RESOLVED: 1. To note the comments and observations of the Scrutiny Committees following pre-scrutiny of the items listed within section 5 of the report.
The Service Director of Legal and Democratic Services provided Cabinet with the feedback and comments of the items that were pre-scrutinised by the Council’s thematic Scrutiny Committee’s following its last Committee cycle. The Deputy Leader took the opportunity to thank the Scrutiny Committees for their valuable contribution in relation to the two items of business. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To note the comments and observations of the Scrutiny Committees following pre-scrutiny of the items listed within section 5 of the report.
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RESOLVED: 1. To continue to support the approach to the Council’s budget consultation introduced in recent years, using both online engagement through the Council’s ‘Let’s Talk’ website and face-to-face community events, and continue to provide alternative means of engagement for those having reduced or no access to the Internet and those who prefer to engage through traditional methods; 2. To support the Council’s statutory requirements regarding consultation on the Council Tax Reduction Scheme and also Council Tax levels, and that these will be met via the recommended approach; 3. To approve the launch of a Phase 1 budget consultation in Autumn 2025, ahead of the Welsh Government’s provisional budget settlement (currently expected in November 2025); and 4. To authorise the Service Director – Democratic Services & Communication to finalise a detailed engagement timeline in consultation with the relevant Cabinet Member and Deputy Chief Executive and Group Director for Finance, Digital and Frontline Services.
The Service Director of Democratic Services and Communication informed Cabinet of the proposed approach to resident engagement and consultation in respect of the 2026/27 budget setting process. Members’ attention was drawn to Section 5 of the report, which outlined the proposed engagement approach for consideration. The Cabinet Member for Resources moved the recommendations contained within the report. The Cabinet Member praised the good practice of the Council, which had led to the comprehensive method of engagement and welcomed greater focus on feedback. The Deputy Leader praised the positive mix of face-to-face and digital methods of engagement, which ranged from the Older Person’s Advisory Group to the Youth Engagement Team. The Deputy was pleased to note that traditional methods of engagement were included, such as paper and telephone, which would prevent digital exclusion. The Deputy Leader emphasised that the Council were always open to ideas on how the consultation process can be improved. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To continue to support the approach to the Council’s budget consultation introduced in recent years, using both online engagement through the Council’s ‘Let’s Talk’ website and face-to-face community events, and continue to provide alternative means of engagement for those having reduced or no access to the Internet and those who prefer to engage through traditional methods; 2. To support the Council’s statutory requirements regarding consultation on the Council Tax Reduction Scheme and also Council Tax levels, and that these will be met via the recommended approach; 3. To approve the launch of a Phase 1 budget consultation in Autumn 2025, ahead of the Welsh Government’s provisional budget settlement (currently expected in November 2025); and 4. To authorise the Service Director – Democratic Services & Communication to finalise a detailed engagement timeline in consultation with the relevant Cabinet Member and Deputy Chief Executive and Group Director for Finance, Digital and Frontline Services.
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RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · The information contained in this report · The approach and outcome of the consultation on the proposed respite model · The updated Equality Impact Assessment (including Socio-Economic Duty) · The updated Welsh Language Impact Assessment · The comments and observations of the Community Services Committee following its meeting on the 29th September 2025 where the Committee undertook pre-scrutiny of the consultation outcome; and 2. To the proposed new respite model and for Adult Services to proceed with its implementation.
The Director of Adult Services provided Cabinet with the outcome of the targeted consultation with stakeholders on the proposed, co-produced, operating model of respite care provision for people with a learning disability (The proposed respite model). Cabinet considered the proposed new respite model in June 2025 that had been coproduced alongside people with a learning disability and their carers and gave approval for a targeted 8-week consultation with a wider stakeholder group. This consultation has concluded with broad support but with inevitable anxiety expressed with regards to how this will eventually affect people’s individual circumstance. The Director spoke of the proposed three tiers of support, which were as follows: - Community: For individuals who can mostly use community-based respite services. These options are flexible, adaptable, and designed to encourage independence. Services may include Shared Lives, direct payments, community clubs etc. - Complex Support Needs: For individuals who require additional help, this level offers a safe, supportive environment with varied activities and day-to-day assistance. Support includes help with daily tasks, behaviour support, and engagement in community activities. Services may include Shared Lives, direct payments, short term bed-based stays. - Health & Social Care: Designed for individuals with complex learning disabilities, this tier offers integrated health and social care for better community living. Nursing assessments identify treatment needs, and where eligible, Continuing Healthcare funding (CHC) is arranged by the NHS. Services may include Shared Lives, direct payments, short term bed-based stays, Nursing Care homes and CHC The Cabinet Member for Social Care (Adult Services) took the opportunity to thank the Directors for producing and presenting the comprehensive report, which aims to provide a positive pathway for the future for individuals with a learning disability and their unpaid carers. The Cabinet Member was supportive of the new model, which would ensure respect, dignity and choice, whilst providing the highest standard of respite care The Deputy Leader acknowledged that the respite service was highly valued and accessed by many residents throughout the County Borough. The Deputy thanked the Community Services Scrutiny Committee and stakeholders for their comments during the consultation process and was happy to second the recommendations contained within the report. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To consider: · The information contained in this report · The approach and outcome of the consultation on the proposed respite model · The updated Equality Impact Assessment (including Socio-Economic Duty) · The updated Welsh Language Impact Assessment · The comments and observations of the Community Services Committee following its meeting on the 29th September 2025 where the Committee undertook pre-scrutiny of the consultation outcome; and 2. To the proposed new respite model and for Adult Services to proceed with its implementation.
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RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the Play Sufficiency Assessment, Play Action Plan and Executive Summary; 2. To consider and note the comments and feedback of the Education and Inclusion Scrutiny Committee which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Report at the meeting held on 25th September 2025; 3. To approve the submission of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan to Welsh Government; and 4. To approve the formal adoption of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan.
The Children and Young People's Service Manager presented the report is to gain approval from Cabinet Members for the Play Sufficiency Assessment (PSA) and final draft of the action plan to be submitted to the Welsh Government, as per statutory obligation placed on the Council in Children and Families (Wales) Measure 2010 and the Play Sufficiency Assessment (Wales) Regulations, 2012. The 2025 Play Sufficiency Assessment had been compiled for Members’ consideration and had involved a range of partner services that make up the PSA Working Group, with representatives from 28 service areas convening quarterly to review progress. It was explained that the service areas included Play, Youth, Leisure, Sport, Parks, Arts and Culture, Transport, Talk and Play, Flying Start, Planning, Disabled Children’s Team, Community Development, Family Information Service, and Housing. The officer advised the Cabinet of the consultation and involvement process, which had laid the foundations of the assessment and spoke of the Play Sufficiency Assessment Action Plan for 2025-2026, which prioritised the areas for development in line with the identified gaps. The Cabinet Member for Education and the Welsh Language took the opportunity to thank officers for the comprehensive report and recognised that the cross-cutting nature of the statutory duty. The Cabinet Member also thanked the Education and Inclusion Scrutiny Committee for their comments, which had been reflected in the action plan. The Cabinet Member felt that the report clearly demonstrated that it was a priority of the Council for young people to have learning and development opportunities through play. The Cabinet Member spoke positive of the plethora of play opportunities throughout the County Borough for young people, whether that be play areas, sports pitches, cultural facilities and the natural surroundings. In terms of the progress made since the previous plan, the Cabinet Member was pleased to note the 14% increase in the green play sufficiency rating and that the areas previously categorised as red, had reduced to 0%. The Deputy Leader also took the opportunity to thank the Scrutiny Committee Members for their detailed analysis of the Play Sufficiency Assessment. The Deputy emphasised that play is a key component in the growth and development of children and young people and paid complement to the Council’s investment into play areas. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the Play Sufficiency Assessment, Play Action Plan and Executive Summary; 2. To consider and note the comments and feedback of the Education and Inclusion Scrutiny Committee which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Report at the meeting held on 25th September 2025; 3. To approve the submission of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan to Welsh Government; and 4. To approve the formal adoption of the Play Sufficiency Assessment and Play Action Plan.
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RESOLVED: “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 14 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”.
It was RESOLVED: “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 14 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”.
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