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Soft plastics trial exceeding expectations - 30/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan's soft plastics recycling trial is exceeding expectations, with around three metric tons of material being collected every week.

 

Council to welcome Aqua Park to Cosmeston Country Park - 29/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has approved the use of the eastern lake at Cosmeston Country Park to pilot an outdoor water park for the remaining summer months.

 

Council statement on the Barry Making Waves Project - 28/05/2025

This follows an announcement from Associated British Ports (ABP) regarding the scheme.

 

St Lukes Community Garden receives a Give and Gain day makeover - 27/05/2025

Vale of Glamorgan Council teams in partnership with volunteers from the construction company Morgan Sindall have worked to revamp the St Luke's Community Garden and surrounding area of the Council's Food Pod on a joint 'Give and Gain' day in Penarth.

 

Meet Max, the Vale resident attempting a Guiness World Record - 27/05/2025

A Vale of Glamorgan resident has attempted a Guiness World Record by seeking to become the world's Youngest Male Videogame Developer.

 

Vale Care Workers Celebrated at 2025 Excellence in Care Awards - 22/05/2025

Care workers from across the Vale of Glamorgan have been recognised for their exceptional contributions to the health and social care sector at the Excellence in Care Awards in Cardiff.

 

Joint statement from Fairfield Primary School and the Vale of Glamorgan Council - 22/05/2025

This follows the publication of the school's Estyn report.

 

New Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the Vale of Glamorgan elected - 16/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is pleased to announce the election of its new Mayor and Deputy Mayor following the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

 

Oak Field Primary School celebrates positive Estyn inspection - 16/05/2025

Oak Field Primary School was praised in a recent Estyn report for its welcoming, inclusive, and nurturing environment.

 

Puppets and Curious Narratives exhibition opens at Art Central Gallery - 14/05/2025

A captivating new exhibition has opened at the Art Central Gallery in Barry.

 

Council awarded over £530,000 to enhance visitor experiences across the county - 14/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has been awarded more than £530,000 in Welsh Government Brilliant Basics funding, enabling major improvements to visitor facilities at key destinations across the county.

 

Vale childminder wins WeCare Wales award - 13/05/2025

A local childminder who works closely with the Vale of Glamorgan Council has won a national care award.

 

Council unveils Engine Room Business Centre following major transformation - 08/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has unveiled the newly transformed Engine Room Business Centre in the heart of Barry Waterfront's Innovation Quarter.

 

Council marks 80th anniversary of VE Day - 08/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day today with a series of commemorative events to honour the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in the second world war.

 

Penarth Alleyway Transformed Through Community Action and Art - 07/05/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has led a project to revitalise a popular walking route in Penarth.

 

Council launches new 'Taste of the Vale' directory - 02/05/2025

A new local food and drink directory has been created to help connect residents and visitors with passionate producers across the Vale.