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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 13th July 2026 as an accurate record.
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 approve the Work Programme for the 2026-2027 Municipal Year (with appropriate amendment where necessary) and receive a further update on a 3 monthly basis.
RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
RESOLVED: 1. To consider the comments and feedback of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26 at its meeting held on 9th September 2026; and 2. To approve the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26.
RESOLVED: 1. To note the overwhelming public support in the consultation for the extension of the Dog Control PSPO’s relating to Dog Controls within Rhondda Cynon Taf for a further 3-year period from 1st October 2026; 2. To consider the responses to the public consultation, as detailed in Appendix 1 to the report, together with the Equality & Welsh Language Impact Assessments at Appendices 2 and 3 to the report and the comments of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee at Appendix 5 to the report, and determines whether any amendments are required to the existing prohibitions in relation to the PSPO’s as detailed in Appendices 4A and 4B to the report; 3. To extend the Dog Control PSPOs as detailed in Appendix 4A and 4B to the report; 4. To give delegated authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Director of Legal and Democratic Services, to produce the final PSPOs relating to Dog Controls and ensure their publication on the Council’s website; and 5. To update all signage relating to the statutory requirements of the Dog Control PSPOs in the County Borough, and to install additional, clear signage at sport pitches and other appropriate locations to further improve and promote public awareness of the PSPO controls.
RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027-2032. 2. To consider the observations and recommendations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, attached as appendix 4 to the report. 3. To note the findings of the Equality Impact Assessment and Welsh Language Impact Assessment. 4. To approve the submission of the final draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027 2032 to Welsh Government. 5. To approve further engagement with young people to validate and refine the milestones and performance measures within the Strategic Plan. 6. To delegate authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Education and Young People, to make any minor amendments prior to publication and implementation from April 2027.
RESOLVED: 1. To review the information contained within this report and the positive progress made in bringing empty homes back into use in line with the current Empty Homes Strategy (2022 – 2026); 2. To note the recommendations and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee and agree that the matters raised by the Committee in relation to the Council Tax premium be explored further and considered as part of the ongoing delivery of the Strategy; and 3. To approve the new RCT Empty Homes Strategy (2026-2031).
RESOLVED: Revenue 1. To note and agree the General Fund revenue outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 2 of the Executive Summary). 2. To approve the virements listed in Sections 2a - g of the Executive Summary that exceed the £0.100M threshold as per the Council's Financial Procedure Rules. Capital 3. To note the capital outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Sections 3a – g of the Executive Summary). 4. To note the details of the Treasury Management Prudential Indicators as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 3h of the Executive Summary). Corporate Plan Well-Being Objectives 5. To note the Quarter 1 progress updates against the well-being objectives set out in the Council’s Corporate Plan ‘Working With Our Communities 2024 – 2030’ (Sections 5 a – d of the Executive Summary).
RESOLVED: 1. To note the current position modelled in respect of the ‘Medium Term Financial Plan 2026/27 to 2029/30’ and receive further updates in the autumn as part of the annual budget setting process; and 2. To note that the MTFP will be presented to Council in September and will be reviewed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in line with their terms of reference alongside our budget consultation arrangements.
RESOLVED: 1. To review and if acceptable propose the additional Corporate Plan investment priorities and funding arrangements as set out in the report at Appendix A, to Council at its meeting on 23rd September 2026.
RESOLVED: 1. To approve the Supplementary Capital Programme for Highways and Engineering Services as detailed within the report, subject to the approval of the “Council Corporate Plan – Investment Priorities Report” by Council on 23rd September 2026; 2. To note that the current allocations are part of a 3-year capital programme and to delegate authority to the Director of Environmental Services to extend activity to deliver additional projects during the financial year, where capacity exists for accelerated delivery in accordance with the purpose of the wider programme, or to suspend programmes/projects and reallocate funding to optimise delivery; and 3. To note that such adjustments will be subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure and the Deputy Chief Executive & Group Director – Corporate Resources.
RESOLVED to pass 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 paragraphs 12 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
In accordance with the Code of Conduct, the following personal declarations were made pertaining to the agenda: Item 13 - Council Corporate Plan - Investment Priorities - The Leader: “I am the Vice-Chair of the Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Cabinet Sub-Committee and a trustee of Aberdare Park” - The Deputy Leader: “I am the Chair of the Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Cabinet Sub-Committee” - The Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure, Councillor L Addiscott: “I am a Member of the Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Cabinet Sub Committee”; - The Cabinet Member for Resources, Customer and Energy, Councillor C Leyshon: “I am a Member of the Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Cabinet Sub-Committee”; and - Councillor M Powell: “Ynysangharad War Memorial Park is in my ward” Item 16 - Ysgol Afon Wen - Proposed Intervention into the Governance Arrangements of the school - County Borough Councillor C Lisles: “I am a member of the governing body of Ysgol Afon Wen”
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RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 13th July 2026 as an accurate record.
The Cabinet RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held on 13th July 2026 as an accurate record.
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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 Democratic Services, Welsh Language and Communication 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 to the Council’s decision-making process. 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 approve the Work Programme for the 2026-2027 Municipal Year (with appropriate amendment where necessary) and receive a further update on a 3 monthly basis.
The Service Director of Democratic Services, Welsh Language and Communication presented, for Cabinet Members’ comment and approval, an update on the proposed list of matters requiring consideration by Cabinet over the 2026-2027 Municipal Year. The Deputy Leader noted the flexibility of the work programme, which could be amended to suit the change in business needs throughout the year. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To approve the Work Programme for the 2026-2027 Municipal Year (with appropriate amendment where necessary) and receive a further update on a 3 monthly basis.
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RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
The Service Director of Democratic Services, Welsh Language and Communication provided Cabinet with the Annual Report of the Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Cabinet Sub-Committee for the Municipal Year 2025-2026. The Service Director informed the Cabinet that during the 2025-2026 Municipal Year, the Energy Efficiency and Decarbonisation Cabinet Sub-Committee formally met on two occasions to consider a number of high-level reports and undertook one site visit to gain further insight into the work undertaken to meet the Council and County Borough climate targets.Moving forward, the Cabinet Sub-Committee would continue to focus on delivering improved outcomes for the communities of Rhondda Cynon Taf, and a focus on partnership working with our young people. The Cabinet Member for Resources, Customer and Energy (Digital, Customer and Energy) felt privileged to chair the Sub-Committee and highlighted that carbon reduction is not the responsibility of a single department, but a priority that must be embedded across all areas of the Council’s work. The Cabinet Member emphasised the importance of these efforts for future generations. With the agreement of the Leader, County Borough Councillor M Powell addressed the Cabinet on this item of business. In terms of the comments made by the non-executive Member, the Service Director advised that the annual report was a retrospective record of the work undertaken by the Sub-Committee but provided assurance that Cabinet Members would take on board the potential areas of focus moving forward. In response to the Member’s query around differing capacities of EV charging points across RCT, the Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housingexplained that the Council had mapped provision across the county borough before installing chargers. The Taf Ely area already had a greater number of higher-capacity charging points than other areas, so a balanced approach was taken to ensure a more equitable distribution of charging infrastructure across all communities. In response to a comment made by the Member, the Deputy Leader clarified that external consultants come at a considerable cost and would need to be built into future budget considerations. The Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure (Public Spaces) was in support of the recommendation contained within the report and spoke positive of the Sub-Committee’s recent site visit to Pant Marsh to explore how the integrated and sustainable land use delivery of the ancient floodplain grassland is realising multiple benefits for priority habitat and species action. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
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RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
The Service Director of Democratic Services, Welsh Language and Communication provided Cabinet with the Annual Report of the Corporate Parenting Board for the Municipal Year 2025-2026. As part of the Board’s Terms of Reference, an Annual Report must be presented to Cabinet for information. The report before Members outlined the breadth of work considered by the Board during the 2025-2026 Municipal Year and featured the priority areas, which the Board had identified for consideration in the future, to ensure that the Council provides continuous improvement to the services that it delivers for its children and young people within the Looked After System. The Cabinet Member for Resources, Customer and Energy (Resources) took the opportunity to thank officers for producing the robust annual report before Members. The Cabinet Member emphasised that corporate parenting is a collective responsibility when a child enters care and noted that there had been strong progress and monitoring throughout the year. The Cabinet Member noted that the forward focus for the Corporate Parenting Board would be to strengthen the voice of the young people in future reports and enhance their involvement in the meetings. The Cabinet Member for Social Care expressed his pride and privilege in having chaired the Corporate Planning Board until September last year. The Cabinet Member highlighted the Council’s strong commitment to its role as a corporate parent, ensuring that care-experienced children, young people and care leavers receive the support and care they need. The Cabinet Member stated that the annual report clearly demonstrated the extensive work carried out by the Board during the year, alongside the dedication of Council staff and partner organisations, to help young people facing significant challenges in their lives. Furthermore, the Cabinet Member emphasised that being a corporate parent means wanting the very best for every child and providing the same love, care and support that any parent would give their own child. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To note the content of the report.
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RESOLVED: 1. To consider the comments and feedback of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26 at its meeting held on 9th September 2026; and 2. To approve the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26.
The Director of Social Services presented to Cabinet his Annual Report for the 2025-26 Municipal Year. The Director informed the Cabinet that 2025-26 had been another challenging year for social services, with high demand, an increase in complexity and continued financial and workforce pressures. It was noted that this position would be unsustainable, and that continued transformation was required, supported by strong partnership working across health, social care and the wider Council. However, despite these challenges, the Director stated that social services had continued to safeguard vulnerable people, improve outcomes and advance key transformational priorities to ensure that need and statutory responsibilities were met. The Leader thanked the Director for the report and noted the huge amount of work undertaken within the service, which was highlighted by the case studies within the report. The Cabinet Member for Social Care thanked the Director for preparing and presenting the Social Services Annual Report 2025/26, and welcomed the positive feedback received from the Community Services Scrutiny Committee. The Cabinet Member commented that the annual report fulfils the Council’s statutory duty to account for its social services performance and highlights the extensive work undertaken to support vulnerable adults and children. The Cabinet Member echoed the Director’s comments, that despite increasing demand, financial pressures, the legacy of COVID-19 and the cost-of-living crisis, the service had continued to provide vital support through the dedication of staff and partner organisations. The Cabinet Member went on to highlight several key achievements of the service during the year, including major investment in modern residential care facilities, the development of preventative services such as the pre-birth team to help keep families together, improvements to domiciliary care that support timely hospital discharges, My Stay My Way, and inclusive employment opportunities through Vision Products. It was noted that whilst challenges remain, the report demonstrated the Council’s commitment to enabling people who rely on care and support to live their best lives. The Cabinet Member commended the report and moved its recommendations for approval. The Cabinet Member for Resources, Customer and Energy (Resources) emphasised that investment and prevention was essential and was pleased to note the steady fall in the number of children looked after within RCT. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To consider the comments and feedback of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, which undertook pre-scrutiny of the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26 at its meeting held on 9th September 2026; and 2. To approve the Director of Social Services Annual Report for 2025/26.
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RESOLVED: 1. To note the overwhelming public support in the consultation for the extension of the Dog Control PSPO’s relating to Dog Controls within Rhondda Cynon Taf for a further 3-year period from 1st October 2026; 2. To consider the responses to the public consultation, as detailed in Appendix 1 to the report, together with the Equality & Welsh Language Impact Assessments at Appendices 2 and 3 to the report and the comments of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee at Appendix 5 to the report, and determines whether any amendments are required to the existing prohibitions in relation to the PSPO’s as detailed in Appendices 4A and 4B to the report; 3. To extend the Dog Control PSPOs as detailed in Appendix 4A and 4B to the report; 4. To give delegated authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Director of Legal and Democratic Services, to produce the final PSPOs relating to Dog Controls and ensure their publication on the Council’s website; and 5. To update all signage relating to the statutory requirements of the Dog Control PSPOs in the County Borough, and to install additional, clear signage at sport pitches and other appropriate locations to further improve and promote public awareness of the PSPO controls.
The Head of Community Wellbeing and Resilience informed Members of the outcome of the public consultation exercise initiated by Cabinet in relation to the dog control public spaces protection orders and sought authority to extend the two Public Spaces Protection Orders relating to dog controls in Rhondda Cynon Taf (the ‘Dog Control PSPOs’). The current PSPOs in relation to Rhondda Cynon Taf and Aberdare Park were originally introduced in 2017 and subsequently renewed in 2020 and 2023. The two Public Spaces Protection Orders related to dog controls within Rhondda Cynon Taf were due to expire on the 30th September 2026. Members were reminded that at any point before expiry of these orders, the Council can vary or extend them by up to three years if it considers it necessary to prevent the original behaviour the orders were attempting to address from occurring or recurring. The Leader noted the overwhelming support from the public following the consultation process and the support voiced by residents during conversations within the community. The Leader was in support of updating signage relating to the statutory requirements of the Dog Control PSPOs in the County Borough, and of the installation of additional, clear signage at sport pitches and other appropriate locations to further improve and promote public awareness of the PSPO controls. The Deputy Leader was in favour of the recommendations contained within the report, which had been supported by residents during the consultation. The Deputy Leader, as someone who had campaigned for Lucy’s Law against puppy farming and as a supporter of two animal welfare charities, voiced her disappointment at the comments received by the RSPCA. The Deputy stated that the comments around dogs off the lead did not resonate with her as a responsible dog owner. The Cabinet Member for Communities, Culture and Leisure (Communities) also voiced his support for the extension of both PSPOs. The Cabinet Member spoke of the substantive public health implications and of his friend and former rugby player, Colin Smith, who had to have his leg amputated as a result of an infection from dog mess on a playing field. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To note the overwhelming public support in the consultation for the extension of the Dog Control PSPO’s relating to Dog Controls within Rhondda Cynon Taf for a further 3-year period from 1st October 2026; 2. To consider the responses to the public consultation, as detailed in Appendix 1 to the report, together with the Equality & Welsh Language Impact Assessments at Appendices 2 and 3 to the report and the comments of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee at Appendix 5 to the report, and determines whether any amendments are required to the existing prohibitions in relation to the PSPO’s as detailed in Appendices 4A and 4B to the report; 3. To extend the Dog Control PSPOs as detailed in Appendix 4A and 4B to the report; 4. To give delegated authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Director of Legal and Democratic Services, to produce the final PSPOs relating to Dog Controls and ensure their publication on the Council’s website; and 5. To update all signage relating to the statutory requirements of the Dog Control PSPOs in the County Borough, and to install additional, clear signage at sport pitches and other appropriate locations to further improve and promote public awareness of the PSPO controls.
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RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027-2032. 2. To consider the observations and recommendations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, attached as appendix 4 to the report. 3. To note the findings of the Equality Impact Assessment and Welsh Language Impact Assessment. 4. To approve the submission of the final draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027 2032 to Welsh Government. 5. To approve further engagement with young people to validate and refine the milestones and performance measures within the Strategic Plan. 6. To delegate authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Education and Young People, to make any minor amendments prior to publication and implementation from April 2027.
The Service Manager for Early Help presented the report, which sought Cabinet approval of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027-2032 and sought authority to submit the Plan to Welsh Government in accordance with the Youth Support Services (Provision of Youth Work) (Wales) Directions 2026. The aim of the Youth Work Strategic Plan, 2027-2032 is to provide Rhondda Cynon Taf with a clear and ambitious framework for improving outcomes for young people over the next five years. The Strategy before Cabinet had been developed through extensive engagement with young people and partners, is underpinned by robust evidence, and aligns with the Welsh Government's statutory framework for youth work and wider youth support services. The Cabinet Member for Communities, Culture and Leisure (Communities) took the opportunity to thank officers for producing and presenting the comprehensive Strategic Plan and extended his gratitude to the Community Services Scrutiny Committee for their valuable feedback. The Cabinet Member welcomed the engagement with over 5,000 young people across Rhondda Cynon Taf, recognising the significant contribution of the Youth Engagement and Participation Service (YEPS) team in building positive relationships with young people. The importance of prevention and early intervention was highlighted, alongside effective partnership working, community engagement, improving aspirations, wellbeing and life chances, and supporting youth workers in addressing challenging behaviour. Furthermore, the Cabinet Member recognised the commitment of staff in monitoring and enhancing the quality of youth provision. It was emphasised that the plan should remain accessible and understandable to young people and clearly demonstrate the collaborative approach taken. The Leader echoed the Cabinet Member’s comments in terms of the importance of listening to the young people who are the future and took the opportunity to praise the YEPS team and youth workers for all their hard work. The Leader spoke of events she had attended with the team and praised them for being role models. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To consider the content of the draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027-2032. 2. To consider the observations and recommendations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee, attached as appendix 4 to the report. 3. To note the findings of the Equality Impact Assessment and Welsh Language Impact Assessment. 4. To approve the submission of the final draft Youth Work Strategic Plan 2027 2032 to Welsh Government. 5. To approve further engagement with young people to validate and refine the milestones and performance measures within the Strategic Plan. 6. To delegate authority to the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Education and Young People, to make any minor amendments prior to publication and implementation from April 2027.
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RESOLVED: 1. To review the information contained within this report and the positive progress made in bringing empty homes back into use in line with the current Empty Homes Strategy (2022 – 2026); 2. To note the recommendations and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee and agree that the matters raised by the Committee in relation to the Council Tax premium be explored further and considered as part of the ongoing delivery of the Strategy; and 3. To approve the new RCT Empty Homes Strategy (2026-2031).
The Service Director of Housing and Regeneration provided Cabinet with an update on progress made in bringing empty homes back into use, in line with the current Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) Empty Homes Strategy (2022–2026) and presented Cabinet with the new proposed RCT Empty Homes Strategy (2026 – 2031) following a 6-week public consultation. The Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing highlighted the success of the scheme, noting that 869 empty homes had been brought back into use since its introduction. Thanks were extended to officers and staff for their work in delivering the scheme, and confidence was expressed in the successful implementation of the new strategy. Concern was also raised regarding the removal of Welsh Government funding for Lease Scheme Wales, which had contributed significantly to bringing empty homes back into use. The Cabinet Member went on to welcome the comments made by the Community Services Scrutiny Committee and suggested that matters raised regarding Council Tax Premium be incorporated into recommendation 2.2 of the report for consideration. With the agreement of the Leader, County Borough Councillor M Powell was granted permission to address the Cabinet in respect of this item of business. In response to Members’ comments, the Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing sought to clarify that the figure of 869 represents the total number of empty properties brought back into use since the strategy was introduced. It was advised that while properties are continually being returned to use, others may become vacant, resulting in annual fluctuations in empty home numbers. It was noted that a range of measures are used to identify and address empty properties, including enforcement powers, Land Registry checks and Council Tax records. In relation to properties owned by members of the armed forces, it was confirmed that exemptions apply and, although a property may be unoccupied, it remains under ownership and is therefore not necessarily classified in the same way as a long-term empty property. The Deputy Leader emphasised the importance of bringing empty properties back into use, noting that long-term vacant homes can often fall into significant disrepair and have a detrimental impact on local communities. It was highlighted that, given the demand for housing and the shortage of both social and private rented accommodation, there is a clear need for a robust strategy to return empty homes to occupation. The Deputy Leader also took the opportunity to thank the Scrutiny Committee for the valuable feedback and seconded the recommendations, subject to the inclusion of the additional point regarding Council Tax premium, raised by the Cabinet Member. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To review the information contained within this report and the positive progress made in bringing empty homes back into use in line with the current Empty Homes Strategy (2022 – 2026); 2. To note the recommendations and observations of the Community Services Scrutiny Committee and agree that the matters raised by the Committee in relation to the Council Tax premium be explored further and considered as part of the ongoing delivery of the Strategy; and 3. To approve the new RCT Empty Homes Strategy (2026-2031).
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RESOLVED: Revenue 1. To note and agree the General Fund revenue outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 2 of the Executive Summary). 2. To approve the virements listed in Sections 2a - g of the Executive Summary that exceed the £0.100M threshold as per the Council's Financial Procedure Rules. Capital 3. To note the capital outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Sections 3a – g of the Executive Summary). 4. To note the details of the Treasury Management Prudential Indicators as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 3h of the Executive Summary). Corporate Plan Well-Being Objectives 5. To note the Quarter 1 progress updates against the well-being objectives set out in the Council’s Corporate Plan ‘Working With Our Communities 2024 – 2030’ (Sections 5 a – d of the Executive Summary).
The Director of Financial Services and Transformation provided Cabinet Members with an overview of the Council’s performance, both from a financial and operational perspective, based on the first three months of this financial year (to the 30th June 2026). The Cabinet Member for Resources, Customer and Energy (Resources) stated that the Quarter 1 Performance Report highlights continued positive progress in delivering the Council’s priorities, despite ongoing financial and service demand pressures. The Cabinet Member was pleased to note that £18M had been invested through the Council’s capital programme during the first quarter, supporting projects across schools, highways, housing, regeneration and social care. Progress was also reported in relation to homelessness and independent living initiatives. The Member thanked officers for their work and moved the recommendations. Both the Leader and Deputy Leader noted that there was a lot to be celebrated within the report and commended the officers for their financial management. The Cabinet RESOLVED: Revenue 1. To note and agree the General Fund revenue outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 2 of the Executive Summary). 2. To approve the virements listed in Sections 2a - g of the Executive Summary that exceed the £0.100M threshold as per the Council's Financial Procedure Rules. Capital 3. To note the capital outturn position of the Council as at the 30th June 2026 (Sections 3a – g of the Executive Summary). 4. To note the details of the Treasury Management Prudential Indicators as at the 30th June 2026 (Section 3h of the Executive Summary). Corporate Plan Well-Being Objectives 5. To note the Quarter 1 progress updates against the well-being objectives set out in the Council’s Corporate Plan ‘Working With Our Communities 2024 – 2030’ (Sections 5 a – d of the Executive Summary).
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RESOLVED: 1. To note the current position modelled in respect of the ‘Medium Term Financial Plan 2026/27 to 2029/30’ and receive further updates in the autumn as part of the annual budget setting process; and 2. To note that the MTFP will be presented to Council in September and will be reviewed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in line with their terms of reference alongside our budget consultation arrangements.
The Deputy Chief Executive and Group Director of Corporate Resources provided Cabinet Members with an update on the Medium-Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for 2026/27 to 2029/30, based on current modelling assumptions in advance of formulating the detailed budget strategy proposals for 2027/28 during the autumn. If approved by Cabinet, it was noted that the MTFP would be presented to Council at the meeting on 23rd September 2026 and would also be reviewed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in line with their terms of reference alongside the Council’s budget consultation arrangements. The Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure (Highways and Capital Infrastructure) noted that, whilst the Council was currently in a relatively positive financial position, the budget for the forthcoming year could be challenging, depending on the Welsh Government settlement and the outcome of the UK Government’s upcoming budget. It was recognised that ongoing lobbying work through the WLGA and other local authorities would continue, particularly in relation to the future of specific grant funding. The Member acknowledged the potential financial challenges ahead but expressed confidence in the Council’s position to manage them and moved the report. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To note the current position modelled in respect of the ‘Medium Term Financial Plan 2026/27 to 2029/30’ and receive further updates in the autumn as part of the annual budget setting process; and 2. To note that the MTFP will be presented to Council in September and will be reviewed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in line with their terms of reference alongside our budget consultation arrangements.
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RESOLVED: 1. To review and if acceptable propose the additional Corporate Plan investment priorities and funding arrangements as set out in the report at Appendix A, to Council at its meeting on 23rd September 2026.
The Deputy Chief Executive and Group Director of Corporate Resources set out the position regarding the opportunity for Cabinet to propose to Council to further invest in the Council’s priority areas, aligned to the Corporate Plan, “Working with our Communities” 2024 – 2030. If approved by Cabinet, it was noted that the report would be presented to Council at the meeting on 23rd September 2026 for final approval. The Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure (Highways and Capital Infrastructure) welcomed the proposed investment priorities and noted that it built upon the Council’s long-standing commitment to substantial capital investment, over and above the core programme. It was highlighted that, in addition to the allocation of £0.250M outlined in the report for small scale flood alleviation works, substantial Welsh Government funding had been secured to support major flood alleviation schemes across the County Borough, with some schemes ranging up to the cost of £300,000 and schemes such as those in Pentre and Treorchy expected to cost several million pounds over the course of the next few years. In terms of the proposals for splash pad facilities, the Cabinet Member noted that the proposal for the facility in Pontypridd would be subject to agreement by the Ynysangharad War Memorial Park Cabinet Sub-Committee and approval by Pontypridd Town Council for their contribution. The Cabinet Member also highlighted the Council’s wider investment in play and leisure facilities, including skate parks, multi-use games areas, play areas and 3G pitches, with further announcements expected in the coming weeks. Continued investment in highways infrastructure was welcomed, alongside further funding allocations for the Llanharan Bypass and the Coed Ely Gateway Scheme, both of which remain key strategic priorities for the Council. The Member expressed support for the programme and formally moved the recommendations. With the agreement of the Leader, the following non-Committee Members were granted permission to address the Cabinet in respect of this item of business: - County Borough Councillor M Powell; and - County Borough Councillor J Brencher The Deputy Leader sought to emphasise that the Cabinet were fully aware that some of the proposals had not yet been fully confirmed until all partners had met and stressed that nothing was taken for granted. In response to comments made by a non-executive Member in respect of an unadopted road, the Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure (Highways and Capital Infrastructure) suggested that an email be sent to him outside of the meeting and stated that officers would then be able to consider its inclusion in a future programme. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To review and if acceptable propose the additional Corporate Plan investment priorities and funding arrangements as set out in the report at Appendix A, to Council at its meeting on 23rd September 2026.
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RESOLVED: 1. To approve the Supplementary Capital Programme for Highways and Engineering Services as detailed within the report, subject to the approval of the “Council Corporate Plan – Investment Priorities Report” by Council on 23rd September 2026; 2. To note that the current allocations are part of a 3-year capital programme and to delegate authority to the Director of Environmental Services to extend activity to deliver additional projects during the financial year, where capacity exists for accelerated delivery in accordance with the purpose of the wider programme, or to suspend programmes/projects and reallocate funding to optimise delivery; and 3. To note that such adjustments will be subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure and the Deputy Chief Executive & Group Director – Corporate Resources.
The Service Director of Highways and Engineering Services set out the supplementary capital programme for Highways and Engineering Services, which would be subject to the approval of the “Council Corporate Plan – Investment Priorities Report” report by Council on 23rd September 2026. The Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure (Highways and Capital Infrastructure) noted that the capital programme remains flexible, with schemes occasionally subject to delays arising from utility works or other unforeseen issues. In such circumstances, alternative schemes may be brought forward to ensure that delivery of the resurfacing programme is maintained. It was highlighted that the report included two additional unadopted roads, supplementing those already approved within the core budget. This was noted as part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to a rolling programme of investment in unadopted roads, ensuring that necessary improvements are undertaken before roads are adopted and maintained at public expense. The Member expressed support for the recommendations. The Leader was happy to second the recommendations contained within the report and noted that the investment was making a visible difference in communities across the County Borough. The Cabinet RESOLVED: 1. To approve the Supplementary Capital Programme for Highways and Engineering Services as detailed within the report, subject to the approval of the “Council Corporate Plan – Investment Priorities Report” by Council on 23rd September 2026; 2. To note that the current allocations are part of a 3-year capital programme and to delegate authority to the Director of Environmental Services to extend activity to deliver additional projects during the financial year, where capacity exists for accelerated delivery in accordance with the purpose of the wider programme, or to suspend programmes/projects and reallocate funding to optimise delivery; and 3. To note that such adjustments will be subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Environment and Capital Infrastructure and the Deputy Chief Executive & Group Director – Corporate Resources.
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RESOLVED to pass 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 paragraphs 12 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
The Cabinet RESOLVED to pass 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 paragraphs 12 of Part 4 of the Schedule 12A of the Act”
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