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New details emerge of Cardiff's congestion charge alternative that could raise £10m a year
There is hope it will 'revolutionise public transport in the city' but council has been told they will need to move fast
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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 and instead will consult on a Workplace Parking Levy over the Autumn.
He told an elderly woman he was from the police before defrauding her out of £20k
She was told not to inform any family members or friends
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'I felt lost after my parents died but I've realised setbacks don't define your future'
Romzan Ali said he was unsure about what the future would look like after both his parents passed away
Man who'd taken cocaine killed Cardiff cyclist weeks after failing driving test
Teddy Picton, 20, caused the death of Brad Craven, 72, who died as a result of serious injuries a month later in hospital
Teacher made sexual comment to pupils about older boyfriend, hearing told
'I remember thinking, 'I don't know why she is telling me this,'' said one pupil
Summer with a DIFF’erence returns for 2026
Cardiff Youth Service is bringing back its popular Summer with a DIFF’erence programme for 2026, offering a packed programme of activities, trips and experiences for young people aged 11-25 throughout the school holidays.
Cardiff park pond turns to sludge with woman wading in to save drowning bird
A pond once thriving with wildlife turned into a layer of algae and thick mud in the scorching temperatures
Report reveals the powerful impact city-wide music project had on thousands of children who found their voice through mu
A new evaluation report has highlighted the significant impact of Cardiff's pioneering Codi Llais project, demonstrating how music can help young people develop confidence, creativity, a stronger sense of belonging and a collective voice.
Award-winning Cardiff restaurant to close as owner says they've 'admitted defeat'
Maasi's Pakistani café has been based at St Luke's Hall since it opened five years ago, but now the church says the business has outgrown the 'original agreement'
Canal Quarter Wins National Award for Sustainable Drainage Innovation
Cardiff’s Canal Quarter project has received national recognition for its pioneering use of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), winning a top accolade at this year’s Susdrain SuDS Awards.
Residential Cycle Hangar Scheme Expands in Cardiff at Half the Cost of the First Phase of the Scheme
Cardiff Council is continuing to expand the residential cycle hangar scheme to new locations across the city from 20 July, and the annual cost of renting a cycle hangar space has been reduced from £120 to £52 per year.
10 brilliant free things to do in and around Cardiff this summer
From July 20 the kids are at home and the cost will build up - but you can be budget-friendly with these ideas
Big summer event in Cardiff has huge 90s headliner, exciting sport and £5 entry for kids
In the heart of Cardiff there's a blockbuster line-up of legendary bands, sporting icons, rising Welsh stars and unmissable family entertainment
Richard Ashcroft at Cardiff Castle stage times, banned items, where to park, support and more
The Verve frontman is more than two massive '90s anthems and is worth going to see in Cardiff Castle this week
Key points on Cardiff congestion charge alternative with £750 parking space plan
Cardiff council, having mooted a congestion charge since 2023, now looks set to back a so-called workplace parking levy. But just what does that mean, who does it apply to, and how much would it cost?
Cardiff Council Update: 14 July 2026
Here is your Tuesday update, covering: Roath Park receives heritage award as Cardiff retains 21 Green Flags; Cardiff secures UNICEF Child Friendly City reaccreditation for next three years, and more…
Willows High nod to proud heritage as historic bell moves to new state-of-the-art site
The development of the new Willows High is progressing well, as construction of the £60 million facility in Splott continues ahead of its planned opening in October 2026.
Grassroots music venues fund that is “a huge help” opens for applications
A fund that has already provided more than £250,000 of support to grassroots music venues in Cardiff has opened for another round of applications.
Site Clearance and Enabling Works on Callaghan Square Continue for Cardiff Crossrail
The enabling works to transform Callaghan Square as part of the first phase of Cardiff Crossrail will continue into the next phase on 24 July to ensure a new tram-train route can be built between Cardiff Central Railway Station and Cardiff Bay.