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‘Honorary Welshman’ Malcolm becomes Mayor for a second time
Cllr Malcolm Colbran has been elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil for the second time in three years after Covid-19 prevented him from carrying out the role fully in 2021-22. At the Council’s Annual Gener… Content last updated: 06 June 2023
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Shared Prosperity Fund grants for businesses, sports clubs and community groups opens
Merthyr Tydfil’s businesses, social enterprises, community groups and sports clubs will soon be able to apply for up to £20,000 grant funding. Applications to the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fun… Content last updated: 15 June 2023
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Get Ready to Celebrate Welsh Culture at the Diwrnod Shwmae Su’mae Event
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is thrilled to announce the return of the much-anticipated annual Diwrnod Shwmae Su’mae Day celebration on Saturday 14 October, 2023, from 10am to 4pm at the pict… Content last updated: 10 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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Successful Insport event held at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre
Today, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre hosted a free sports event, specifically aimed at promoting disability sport and inclusive opportunities across Merthyr Tydfil. The event was organised by Active M… Content last updated: 16 February 2024
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Leader’s Statement on Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre
At a meeting of Full Council on Wednesday 20th March 2024, Council Leader Geraint Thomas gave the following update to all Members:“Between 1988 and 30th March 2015 Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community… Content last updated: 21 March 2024
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Councillor John Thomas, Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil 2024-25
Councillor John Thomas was elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil at the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 15th May 2024, taking over from the immediate past Mayor, Councillor Malcolm Colbran, as… Content last updated: 23 May 2024
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Diwrnod Shwmae/Su’mae returns to Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is excited to announce the return of the much-loved annual Diwrnod Shwmae/Su’mae Day celebration on Saturday 12 October 2024, from 10am to 4pm at Penderyn Square.… Content last updated: 25 September 2024
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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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Councillor Paula Layton appointed Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil 2025/2026
Councillor Paula Layton was elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil at the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th May 2025, taking over from the immediate past Mayor, Councillor John Thomas, as Fi… Content last updated: 15 May 2025
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Breastfeeding Friendly Venues officially recognised in Merthyr Tydfil
We are thrilled to announce that the Integrated Children’s Centre, Gurnos Community Centre, and Treharris Flying Start Buildings have officially been designated as Breastfeeding Friendly Venues! Breas… Content last updated: 12 June 2025
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Marriage - arrangement and ceremonies
I want to get married - what do I do first?A civil marriage ceremony can take place in any register office in England or Wales or at any venue that has been approved to hold a civil marriage. From 29t… Content last updated: 29 May 2025
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Wheeled Bin
From 1st April 2025 there will be a £18.72 administration and delivery charge for any replacement wheeled bins. Collected every two weeks and must be put out by 7.00 a.m. on your collection day. Plea… Content last updated: 29 April 2025
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Enforcement
Highway Network Management Plan The primary object of the Plan is to set out a policy in relation to all highways maintenance activities that are undertaken and to provide a written text of reference… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Scaffolding and Hoarding
Scaffolding licence - Make an application You cannot erect scaffolding, mobile towers or hydraulic platforms on the public highway without a licence from the Council. Regulation Summary Scaffolding, m… Content last updated: 07 July 2025
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Hackney Carriage Vehicle (Taxi) licence
All vehicles with 8 passenger seats or less used for the transportation of fee paying passengers must be licensed. Hackney Carriage vehicles can be hired from a taxi rank, hailed at the roadside or p… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Private Hire Operators Licence
Private Hire vehicles and drivers may only be despatched by a licensed Private Hire Operator. A person or limited company can apply for an operator’s licence to operate from a premises within the bor… Content last updated: 03 May 2022
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Private Hire Vehicle Licence
All vehicles with 8 passenger seats or less used for the transportation of fee-paying passengers must be licensed. Private Hire vehicles cannot be hailed at the roadside or use a taxi rank. All priv… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Animal Boarding – Public Register
This is a list of all currently licensed animal boarders Business name Location Contact Details Royvon Dog Hotels & Training (Merthyr) LTD (Darren James) Incline Top Merthyr Tydfil CF47… Content last updated: 14 August 2024
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Street Collections Licence
Any person who intends to either collect money or sell articles for the benefit of charitable or other purposes in any street (which includes any highway, public bridge, road, lane, footpath, square,… Content last updated: 26 November 2024