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A string of cark parks in Rhondda Cynon Taff will be free after charges were scrapped.

Drivers will not pay to park in Porth, Tonypandy and Mountain Ash after the council's cabinet approved the plans.

Charges for Pontypridd and Aberdare have also been reduced - one hour will cost 50p, down from 75p, while two hours has dropped from £1.50 to £1.

Council leader Andrew Morgan said it would "offer an incentive to shop locally".

It follows a six-week consultation with residents and traders.