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Invest in Merthyr
'Invest in Merthyr' provides you with the opportunity to access and view vacant business properties and land within the area of Merthyr Tydfil. Content last updated: 18 June 2024
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Find it
This section gives you access to our online search facilities, interactive maps and office locations that makes interacting with us quick and easy. Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Social Services and Well-being
Information about Merthyr Tydfil Social Services including how to ask about help for yourself or someone else. Content last updated: 17 November 2025
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Inspire 2 Achieve 16-19
Inspire 2 Achieve (I2A) Programme Are you aged 16-19yrs and currently unemployed? We support anyone between these ages who are looking for support into employment or training opportunities. Are you 1… Content last updated: 06 March 2024
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How to Keep Your Community Safe from Rogue Traders
A strong community is the best defence against doorstep criminals. Here’s what you can do: ✔️ Talk to Your Neighbours – Share advice and experiences. If someone has been approached by a rogue trader,… Content last updated: 20 May 2025
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School admission appeals
Every school in Merthyr Tydfil has an admission number which is set by reference to the school’s capacity to accommodate pupils. The following information relates to admission arrangements for communi… Content last updated: 29 July 2025
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Support for Ukraine
Support for Ukrainian refugees. How can you assist Ukrainian residents affected by the war in Ukraine. Homes for Ukrainian refugees: register your interest If you want to offer a home to people fleein… Content last updated: 08 August 2024
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Calling all Voters – Register to vote before the 19th of April
No matter where you were born, if you live in Wales and are 16 or over, you can now vote in the Senedd Elections. However, the deadline for registrations is looming and those newly enfranchised indivi… Content last updated: 10 January 2022
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Begin the Bilingual Journey
Whatever language you speak at home, Welsh-medium education can give children additional skills and more opportunities for the future. So even if you don't speak Welsh yourself, why not consider Welsh… Content last updated: 18 June 2025
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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
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What If I Don’t Agree?
If you don’t agree with a decision made by the school, ask to speak to the class teacher, Additional Learning Needs Coordinator (ALNCO) or the Headteacher, so they can discuss this with you. Some thin… Content last updated: 24 November 2025
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Halo's 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
Win 6 months of free membership at Halo Leisure for you AND a friend with our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway this December! If you're not a membership winner this time, don't worry, you won't walk away… Content last updated: 01 December 2025
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Foster Wales launch 'Time is Right' campaign
“There are lots of children who would benefit from your life experiences, whatever walk of life you are from.” Relocating, retiring, re-marrying, or simply wanting to give back to the local community.… Content last updated: 25 January 2023
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Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
Care and Support in Wales is changing, from April you will have more say in your Social Services The Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 is a new law that will give you more of a say in th… Content last updated: 03 January 2023
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Wales is top banana! [Insert organisations] proudly supports the Mighty Mission to make Wales No.1!
We’re backing Wales Recycles’ mighty mission to get to No.1 in the world for recycling, and we need YOUR help to get us there! Wales is already on the rise - recently climbing from third to second pla… Content last updated: 14 October 2024
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Unveiling the Curriculum
Hi, I’m Emma, one of the Tutors at the Compass Community Hub. I’m hijacking this month’s blog to bring you some exciting news… Our new curriculum is here! Taking you all the way to the end of the… Content last updated: 12 July 2024
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Avoid a costly error this Christmas
Nobody wants a ruined Christmas. The following advice from Road Safety Wales will help you to avoid buying a gift which could be seized by the Police and result in a fine and penalty points for the us… Content last updated: 19 November 2025
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What if my child has Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?
If your child has Additional Learning Needs (ALN) you have the same right to educate them at home, but you must ensure an efficient education is provided that is suitable to their age, ability and apt… Content last updated: 20 August 2025
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Five Essential Ways to Protect Yourself from Rogue Traders
Rogue traders use pushy tactics to make you agree to work. Protect yourself with these simple steps: Verify Their Identity – Ask for ID, check online reviews, and verify their credentials with offici… Content last updated: 03 September 2025
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What next?
Once the Elective Home Education (EHE) team is informed that a parent/carer has decided to home educate their child, a member of the team will make contact with you to discuss your plans and to offer… Content last updated: 20 August 2025