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Council Cabinet set to rule out a Congestion Charge for Cardiff
Cardiff Council’s Cabinet has announced that it does not back a congestion charge as the preferred road-user payment option for the city, supporting instead a Workplace Parking Levy.
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Takeaway workers plied girls with drink and drugs before one child was raped
Waseel Shikel and Azad Ahmed drove the two teenagers to remote locations before Ahmed raped one girl. Afterwards the vulnerable teens were given cash, drink, and drugs
Plans to boost housing in Cathays with 60 new council homes
Plans to deliver 60 new council homes in Cathays as part of Cardiff Council’s ambitious Council Housing Development Programme have been unveiled.
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Ysgol Glantaf to expand as Cardiff pledges a place for every child who wants Welsh medium education
Demand for Welsh medium school places is forecast to outstrip suppky of places in 2027-28 in Cardif
Concerns raised after baby dies at the University Hospital of Wales
An inquest into the death of newborn Cameron Jay Griffiths has been opened and adjourned
Cardiff Council Update: 10 July 2026
Here is your Friday update, covering: • Double success at National Youth Work Excellence Awards for Cardiff Youth Services • Summer of play comes to Museum of Cardiff with new community exhibition and family activities And more.
Demand for Welsh-medium secondary places to be met through new plans
Cardiff Council has set out proposals to ensure every learner who wants a Welsh-medium secondary school place in 2027/28 can access one.
Social Services report highlights strong progress and positive outcomes for residents, despite rising demand
Cardiff Council has published its latest Social Services Annual Report (2025/26), showcasing significant progress in supporting children, families and adults across the city, with improvements in service delivery, innovation and outcomes despite rising d
Labour hold on to seat in Cardiff by-election after fierce battle with rival party
The by-election in Splott was triggered after the former leader of the council, Huw Thomas, was elected to the Senedd in May
Strong inspection report highlights thriving environment at Tremorfa Nursery School
Tremorfa Nursery School has been praised by Estyn for providing a “highly nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment” where pupils thrive and make good progress.
Cardiff leisure centre to open brand new soft play attraction
A new soft play area will be opening at Eastern Leisure Centre in Llanrumney, Cardiff this autumn. Work will begin on the new state-of-the-art facility on Monday 13 July – with the centre’s downstairs gym being closed in preparation for its relocation two days later to the upstairs gym and studi...
Techniquest revives fan favourites as it celebrates 40 years
Techniquest is bringing back two of its most popular exhibits as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, alongside a host of new interactive experiences for visitors this summer. The Cardiff Bay science discovery centre is relaunching the much loved Mirror Maze and Head on a Plate exhibits after ...
Cardiff pupils create sustainable fashion show from donated clothes
Pupils at Radnor Primary School turned pre-loved clothes into catwalk creations as part of an ‘Eco-Eisteddfod’ that has seen the school recognised at an event that celebrated the range and quality of climate action – from bike buses to gardening projects, litter picks and energy saving initiat...
Review: Billy Ocean proves he’s still got it with Cardiff Castle spectacular
There are some concerts that become more than just another night of live music. Billy Ocean’s performance at TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle was one of those occasions, combining nostalgia, exceptional musicianship and a heartfelt tribute to one of Wales’ greatest musical icons. Se...
Rhodri Morgan honoured with statue outside the Senedd in Cardiff Bay
The former First Minister's family and former colleagues took part in a ceremony to unveil the statue
Thousands back call for tethering ban after pony killed on busy Cardiff road
Concern about tethering has increased in recent months after a pony was killed on a busy Cardiff road
Annie in Cardiff review: Bet your bottom dollar this show is treat for all ages
Coronation Street's Claire Sweeney transforms into Miss Hannigan as Annie arrives at Wales Millennium Centre for fortnight run
Woman, 32, dies after being found unresponsive at Cardiff house
Her cause of death is currently unknown
Billy Ocean, Bastille and David Gray fans allowed extra heat measures for Cardiff Castle gigs as heatwave continues
Fans going to see Billy, Bastille and David should prepare for a warm evening and organisers have added measures in place to help
Small neighbourhood bar above a Cardiff Italian bringing in big music names and fans from miles away
Palladino's Jazz and Blues Club is drawing music fans from far and wide to a suburb of the capital