Have Your Say
Take part in Consultations, Surveys and Have Your Say on Council Services.
All surveys are available in paper format, large print and Welsh language on request.
Please email corporate.communications@merthyr.gov.uk
UK Town of Culture Survey
We’re considering a bid for the UK Town of Culture — a chance to celebrate what makes our town special, boost local pride, and attract new investment. If successful, Merthyr could receive funding for an exciting programme of cultural events and activities.
Budget consultation 2026/27 Results
Thank you to everyone who took the time to have their say on this year’s Budget Consultation. Click on this page to view the results.
Active Travel Act Guidance (ATAG) Consultation Response Form
The revision strengthens accessibility and inclusion, consolidates new evidence and professional practice, and resolves inconsistencies in the 2021 edition.
Funding Safety Together
A portion of Council Tax paid by residents helps fund the police service in South Wales. The Police & Crime Commissioner for South Wales is responsible for setting the annual police budget and how much residents pay towards policing through their council tax.
The Council's Communications & Engagement Strategy
This strategy has been developed to explain the way in which the Council communicates with residents, partners, businesses and all our other key audiences
The Council's Participation Strategy
This strategy sets out our approach to encouraging two-way communications and making the process of influencing decision making more accessible.
Petitions
The Petition Process including how to Submit a Petition.
Join our Citizens Panel
We are developing a new citizen’s panel and are inviting local residents to join us and play a part in improving the lives of those working and living in our County Borough.
Local Democracy Portal
Democracy Wales, a portal to help you find out more about and get involved with local and national matters.