Council statement on the use of the Holiday Inn Express - 31/07/2025

The Holiday Inn Express in Rhoose has been selected by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) for use as temporary accommodation for Entitled Persons (EPs) from Afghanistan on a short-term basis.

VVC Celebrates 10 Years of Adoption Success - 31/07/2025

The Vale, Valleys & Cardiff Adoption Collaborative (VVC) is celebrating 10 years since the service was established.

Vale of Glamorgan Mayor and Deputy Mayor Launch Unsung Heroes Campaign to Celebrate Volunteers - 28/07/2025

The Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Vale of Glamorgan have proudly launched a new community initiative titled Unsung Heroes aimed at recognising and celebrating the extraordinary contributions of local volunteers.

Community unites for Disability Pride Month Event - 23/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council marked Disability Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony outside the Civic Offices in Barry.

Penarths future takes shape as new plans for town unveiled - 23/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council – in close partnership with Penarth Town Council and the local community – has published new plans that will help shape the town's future.

New plans unveiled to shape Llantwit Major's future - 22/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has worked with Llantwit Major Town Council and local people to create a new Placemaking plan for the town's future.

Collaboration drives new placemaking plans for Cowbridge - 22/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has worked with Cowbridge Town Council and local people to create a new Placemaking plan for the town's future.

Vale Council looks to bring vacant town centre shops back to life - 11/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is considering a number of investment opportunities in Barry town centre as part of a plan to bring vacant buildings back into use.

Standards Committee Appointment Of an Independent Member - 10/07/2025

The Council currently has a vacancy for Independent Members of the Standards Committee. This is a statutory Committee which plays a crucial role in maintaining high ethical standards at County and Community Council levels.

A Joint Statement from Vale of Glamorgan and Barry Town Councils - 09/07/2025

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Councillor Howard Hamilton last weekend.

Family Information Service Launches Summer Holiday Programme 2025 - 08/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council's Family Information Service has announced the launch of its Summer Holiday Programme 2025, offering a wide range of free and low-cost activities for families and young people throughout the school holidays.

Council to introduce on-street parking charges - 04/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is set to introduce on-street car parking charges in areas of Barry Island and Penarth Seafront.

Step into The Story Garden: Vale Libraries launch 2025 Summer Reading Challenge - 04/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is encouraging children across the county to explore the magic of reading over the summer holidays for The Reading Agency's annual Summer Reading Challenge.

GlastonBarry to rock Romilly Park until 2029 with new licence agreement - 04/07/2025

The Vale of Glamorgan Council is delighted to announce the approval of a new five-year licence agreement with Mack Events - the organisers of the hugely popular GlastonBarry Festival - securing the much-loved event at Romilly Park until 2029.