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Burial and Cremation
Arranging a Burial or Cremation When a person dies it is common practice for the family to contact a funeral director to carry out their wishes for the forthcoming funeral. The funeral director then m… Content last updated: 11 April 2023
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Counselling
Merthyr Tydfil School Counselling Service What Is Counselling? Sometimes it is hard to talk to our friends or family about issues that are bothering us. Counselling is an opportunity to talk about the… Content last updated: 17 August 2023
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Consultation on new options for 3-16 Voluntary Aided Catholic school
Residents and other stakeholders are being asked for their views on revised options for Merthyr Tydfil’s new single all through 3-16 Voluntary Aided (VA) Catholic school. Following consultation, the C… Content last updated: 23 April 2021
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Members sought for Local Access Forum
Are you – or do you know someone else who might be - interested in helping to protect and maintain access to Merthyr Tydfil’s rights of way and green spaces? The County Borough Council is currently se… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Statement on our financial position
Over the last few weeks and months this country has been exposed to economic turmoil. The early signs are this; Our Council, like every other Council in Wales, will be facing unprecedented financial… Content last updated: 26 October 2022
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Caedraw schoolchildren help the homeless with ‘Crisp Packet Project’
The children of Caedraw Primary School have been selflessly working on an innovative and unique project, with the aim of helping the homeless in Merthyr Tydfil. The project works by taking empty crisp… Content last updated: 22 December 2022
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Merthyr Tydfil takes 1st place in UK Councils most accessible website
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council proudly wears the gold ribbon for yet another month in the Silktide Accessibility Index, and being recognised as the most accessible Council website in the UK. Si… Content last updated: 27 February 2023
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The Big Sparkle Fireworks Display is back for 2023!
The Big Sparkle returns to Trago Mills Merthyr Tydfil on Friday 3rd November, in partnership with Wellbeing Merthyr. It promises to be a fun-filled family evening, including a fireworks display, funfa… Content last updated: 18 October 2023
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Two Tone Vapes Ltd prosecuted for selling a vape to a 15 year old girl
The Trading Standards Service at Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council recently prevented the sale of age restricted goods to a child. There is currently considerable concern over young people accessi… Content last updated: 26 January 2024
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Reporting Highways Issues
Please note that there are online forms available to report: Blocked Drains Potholes Damaged Traffic Lights Overgrown Vegetation, Trees and Hedges Missing or Damaged Manhole or Gulley Covers Missing… Content last updated: 04 April 2024
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Composting
You can buy a 220 litre Compost bin at a subsidised price of £15.32. To buy a compost bin you can use our online form. Once the fee has been paid it will be delivered directly to you. Reduce your was… Content last updated: 01 April 2025
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The Council responds to issues raised around the recording of Council meetings and minutes
- An administrative error after the 5 March 2025 Full Council Meeting led to the wrong video being uploaded. It was corrected promptly with the full recording made available on 10 March 2025. (Availa… Content last updated: 08 April 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: 06 May 2025
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Merthyr Tydfil foster carer urges others to consider fostering this Foster Care Fortnight
Foster carers are encouraging others to consider fostering a child and create lasting connections in Merthyr Tydfil. Foster Care Fortnight, the biggest fostering awareness campaign, takes place betwee… Content last updated: 12 May 2025
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Petitions
The petitions process allows members of the public to have direct influence on the political process and to raise concerns that are important to them. Before submitting a petition, you should: Contac… Content last updated: 19 August 2025
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