The CSJ have asked Interlink to reach out to our members in The Rhondda Valleys. They are conducting research into the impact of community engagement: the regular participation of people living in deprived areas in their local networks. The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is an independent Westminster based think tank who recommends poverty fighting policy to government. The Rhondda Valleys is one of three chosen areas of […]

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/TrackTheAct1819W Each council in Wales has a legal duty to provide you with information, advice and assistance services so that you have the support you need to continue to care. We need you to tell us what your experiences are so that we know what is happening in reality. Each experience is unique which helps us to build up a […]

Third Sector Support Wales is a network of support organisations for the third sector in Wales. This includes County Voluntary Councils and WCVA, the national body. Our shared goal is to enable the third sector and volunteers across Wales to contribute fully to individual and community well-being, now and for the future. The survey is intended for any third sector organisation […]

Annually, the Wales Audit Office undertakes a programme of Improvement Studies and Local Government National Studies. These are studies that help public bodies manage the financial challenges they face by providing authoritative, unbiased, evidence-based analysis and advice. The areas we undertake studies in are consulted on and for 2018-19 we are delivering a study on First point of contact assessments under […]

Addressing Loneliness and Isolation for all ages The Cwm Taf PSB is getting ready to deliver on the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act through the delivering the Cwm Taf Wellbeing Plan. We need to know what local groups and third sector organisations are doing and what ideas they have. This covers people of all ages and abilities. We would like […]

Do you make things? Are you a crafter (making things by hand) or involved in rural skills? Do you live in any of the Cwm Taf rural wards of Cyfarthfa, Plymouth, Merthyr Vale, Bedlinog, Treharris, Vaynor, Ynysybwl,Maerdy or Rhigos? If so we would like to hear from you. The Rural Action Cwm Taf Rural Development Programme would like to find […]

Commissioning new services for children and young people – a new commissioning plan is being developed following from a ‘Commissioning Statement’ or ‘Statement of Intent’ for supporting children and families across Cwm Taf.  It would be great to discuss your views on these plans. A Coherent Approach to Supporting Children Across Cwm Taf Workshop Summa Contact Simon on sjames@interlinkrct.org.uk / 01443 846200 […]

On behalf of Pontypridd RFC Owen Smith MP is consulting on the concept of the redevelopment of Sardis Road, Pontypridd within the wider plans for the development of Pontypridd Town Centre. Such plans are in very early stages of development, with significant investment needed over several years. The concept of redeveloping Sardis Road as a hub for health and wellbeing […]

Working together for a Better Pontypridd  People from all walks of life shared their ideas on how to make Pontypridd a better place to live and work in, at a special event organised by Interlink RCT. Over 50 people attended the event – called A Better Pontypridd – at the Muni Arts Centre, held in partnership with Pontypridd Town Council. […]

RCT CBC would like your views on Ynysangharad War Memorial Park (known as Ponty Park). This information will help develop a management plan for the park as well as inform a Heritage Lottery Fund Parks for People Round Two application. As part of our continuing effort to improve and promote Ynysangharad War Memorial Park, we have put together a user […]

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The Wales Cooperative Centre is looking to support social businesses like yours to access social finance and opportunities that may be available to you through public procurement. Did you know that businesses whose workforce consist of 30% or more disabled or disadvantaged workers could be classed as ‘supported businesses’ and could access reserved contract opportunities? No? Don’t worry. Most businesses […]