Local community organisations and charities will once again be joining Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) to offer volunteering opportunities at the Big Volunteering Fayre on Wednesday 28th January, from 10am – 2pm at the Memo Arts Centre in Barry.

We have launched two new services at Citizens Advice Cardiff and Vale, specifically for Veterans, Armed Forces serving personnel, and their families. I thought it would be useful to let you know about them.

Films are being shown throughout 2026 in a new community initiative for the rural Vale of Glamorgan.

Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We wish you a restful festive season and look forward to working with you in 2026. Please note that GVS will be closed for the Christmas and New Year period from Friday 19 December. We will reopen on Monday 5 January 2026.

Bro Radio, the local radio station for the Vale of Glamorgan is promoting the work of four charities working in the Vale of Glamorgan during the festive period.

Rydym yn gofyn am eich adborth ar y Rhwydweithiau Cynghori Rhanbarthol i'n helpu i ddeall beth sy'n gweithio'n dda a beth y gellir ei wella, ac ym mha feysydd y gellir gwneud gwelliannau. Bydd eich barn yn helpu i lywio datblygiad a blaenoriaethau yn y dyfodol.

We are seeking your feedback on the Regional Advice Networks to help us understand what is working well and if/where improvements can be made. Your views will help inform future development and priorities.

The Vale of Glamorgan has won a prestigious Sustainable Food Places award.

Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, a renewable energy company owned by the Welsh Government, is launching a consultation with local people about its proposals for a new solar farm on Welsh Government owned land in Lavernock, between Sully and Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan.

The information is sent on behalf of the Home Office. Deadline: The consultation runs for 12 weeks and closes at 23:59 on 12 February 2026.

We are delighted to let you know that new resources for Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) 2026 are now available. 

Various rooms available as office space at The Gathering Place St. Athan.

We’re inviting community-minded volunteers to join the Parliamentary Ambassador Programme, a new initiative led by Kanishka Narayan MP, Member of Parliament for the Vale of Glamorgan.

 A great morning was had by all during a recent trip to the Barry War Museum, made possible thanks to a grant from the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

Closing date: 5.00pm, Monday, 15 December 2025. Are you aged 16-18 and have a tale to tell? A voice that should be heard? Your story could start here.

GVS held a highly successful AGM on Friday, 7th November 2025, marking a significant occasion - the final AGM for Rachel Connor, GVS’ Chief Executive Officer, after over two decades of exceptional service and leadership.

As a valued member of GVS, your views matter to us. We’re inviting you to take part in our Members Survey, which plays a vital role in shaping our future plans and ensuring our services truly meet your needs.

We’re excited to let you know that Santa’s Cause is back for its fourth year. We’d love for you to be part of this year’s campaign to help make Christmas brighter for children and families in our community.

A rising star of the Bro Radio Academy is set to take on the station's weekend Breakfast show.

GVS would like to express our immense gratitude to Ceri Venners, who is retiring after an incredible 23 years of dedicated service to our charity, our membership, our partners, and the wider community.