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Consultation on revised options for Merthyr Tydfil’s 3-16 VA Catholic school

After considering all the feedback from public consultations held in 2021, the County Borough Council is consulting further on revised options for the siting of the new 3-16 VA Catholic school. The tw… Content last updated: 07 January 2022

Council consulting on road safety plans for schools

The Council is consulting residents about plans to make changes on the highway at two primary schools because of road safety concerns. Residents of Caedraw Road outside St Mary’s Catholic and Caedraw… Content last updated: 30 June 2022

Council Leader speaks out against the increase in car related anti-social behaviour

The Leader of the Council, Cllr Geraint Thomas, has spoken out against the increase in car related anti-social behaviour in Merthyr Tydfil: Community tensions are rising following last week’s tragic e… Content last updated: 26 September 2022

Former Llysfaen Respite Care Homes Cefn Coed Y Cymmer

Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council are seeking your views on the redevelopment of the former Llysfaen respite care homes, Cefn Coed y Cymmer in Merthyr Tydfil… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

Work to begin on new Rhydycar footbridge

Work is about to begin on replacing the footbridge linking Merthyr Leisure Village, Rhydycar to the town centre. The footpath from the bridge to the gyratory system on Avenue de Clichy will be closed… Content last updated: 15 November 2022

Bus Service for Heolgerrig and Ynysfach returning this October

We are delighted to confirm that the bus service for Heolgerrig and Ynysfach will re-start from Monday 2nd October. The new service will be run by Peter’s Minibuses, thanks to funds from Welsh Governm… Content last updated: 29 September 2023

Glebeland site development given the go-ahead

Welsh Government has agreed its funding package for the redevelopment of the former Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station site. The circa £1m development will see the unused space transformed into a marketplace… Content last updated: 22 January 2024

The Council’s response to Welsh Government Budget Settlement

Like all other Councils across the country, we continue to be faced with uncertain times. Over the last 15 years, Councils have had budget cuts which have caused them to struggle with balancing budget… Content last updated: 22 December 2023

Don’t forget your ID at this year’s polling stations!

Just a polite reminder to residents that in some elections in Wales, like Police and Crime Commissioner elections, UK parliamentary by-elections, and recall petitions, voters will need to show photo I… Content last updated: 12 April 2024

EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE

⚠️ EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE ⚠️ Welsh Water has requested an immediate road closure on Cyfarthfa Road, located at the Travis Perkins junction to Cyfarthfa Ind Est junction. Please see the official divers… Content last updated: 05 November 2024

Update on Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre

In May the Council entered into an agreement with Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Trust to temporarily occupy and run services at Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre while work continues to find a perm… Content last updated: 17 July 2024

Dangerous Structures

If after an inspection to assess the situation, the building or structure is considered to be imminently dangerous all reasonable steps are taken to contact the owner and if found they are given the o… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

Tourist Direction signs

The 'white on brown' tourist type signs have been in use for many years and are recognised both nationally and internationally. These signs are intended to direct (rather than attract) visitors. The s… Content last updated: 18 October 2023

Report a street light

The Authority has its own in house Street Lighting Section who carry out all repairs to the Street Lighting Network. Overhead cables supply some of the Authority’s lights and these may be the responsi… Content last updated: 04 April 2024

Countryside Conservation

Countryside Conservation is usually delivered in partnership with other organisations. There are a complex, compact and varied range of nature conservation designations and priority habitats locally. … Content last updated: 26 April 2022

Renovating your empty property

If your property is in need of repair or upgrading and has been empty for more than 2 years, you may be eligible for a reduced VAT rate of 5%. To claim this discount you must employ a builder that is… Content last updated: 08 July 2025

Extra Care

Extra Care offers an additional housing option for people over 50 who are struggling to manage at home. Ty Cwm, situated in Twynyrodyn, is a bespoke and modern scheme that provides 24 hour support for… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

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