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Lost or stray dogs
If you lose your dog: Call us on 01685 725000 during office hours and we will register your details and the details of the dog. We will cross match these details with those dogs we have already seize… Content last updated: 03 April 2025
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Neighbourhood Learning Centre could become innovative accommodation for young people
The Council’s Neighbourhood Learning Centre at Gurnos could be turned into ‘a unique accommodation centre’ providing young residents with both housing and onsite training. The building has for 24 year… Content last updated: 11 May 2021
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Update on Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre swimming pool
The swimming pool at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre has been closed since December 2019 due to water leaks affecting the concrete and causing tiles to lift off. Early in 2020, as building owner, the Co… Content last updated: 24 June 2021
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Taff Trail closure in Troedyrhiw
A section of the Taff Trail in Troedyrhiw is closed for the next couple of weeks to allow Dwr Cymru Welsh Water to carry out essential repairs. The bridleway between Pond Row and Lewis Square at Aberc… Content last updated: 05 May 2022
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Merthyr Tydfil’s historic new Cabinet
For the first time in Merthyr Tydfil’s history, women now make up half of the County Borough Council's Cabinet. The Council has a new Leader following this month’s election and Annual General Meeting,… Content last updated: 13 June 2022
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Fuel pumps tested to ensure accurate measures
With the increase in fuel prices, our Trading Standards officers have carried out checks at petrol stations across Merthyr Tydfil to ensure accurate measures of fuel are being delivered to consumers. … Content last updated: 29 June 2022
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Council Leader calls for urgent Stagecoach discussions
The Leader of the County Borough Council has asked for urgent discussions with Wales’s transport and economy leaders about the ongoing problems with Stagecoach buses in Merthyr Tydfil. Cllr Geraint Th… Content last updated: 19 August 2022
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Great turnout for Roman Run
The annual Tydfilians’ Roman Run returned last Saturday after a two-year absence. Due to COVID-19, the race was cancelled in 2020 - which would have marked the 40th Anniversary of the event which was… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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Cyfarthfa High School celebrated for supporting service children
Cyfarthfa High School has been congratulated for the support it offers students whose parents are either serving or have served with the British Armed Forces. The school has achieved the Armed Forces… Content last updated: 30 September 2022
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We want your help to name the Councils new recycling vehicles!
We heard of an English Council giving its residents the opportunity to name their gritting fleet, with some wonderfully creative names being suggested; David Plowie, Gritty Gritty Bang Bang, Walter Th… Content last updated: 22 December 2022
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A week to go to the jobs fair
There’s just a week to go to our 2023 jobs fair at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre on 26 January. Current vacancies are set to be highlighted among 20-plus employers across a wide range of sectors. Thes… Content last updated: 19 January 2023
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Update on Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre
Following the statement that the Council issued last Wednesday, 24th April, The Chair of Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Trust responded to our requests to meet to discuss the future of services at Aberfan &am… Content last updated: 01 May 2024
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Further update on Aberfan Community Centre
Earlier this month we updated you on the progress of our work with Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Trust to continue to occupy and run services at Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre beyond 1st August… Content last updated: 31 July 2024
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Merthyr Tydfil CBC responds to Ffos-y-Fran media reports
The Council feels compelled to respond to reports in the media following the Climate Change, Environment, and Infrastructure Committee’s report ‘Restoration of opencast mining sites’, which was publis… Content last updated: 08 August 2024
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Celebrating Excellence in Tourism at the South East Wales Tourism Awards
The Royal Mint recently played host to the South East Wales Tourism Awards, a celebration of the outstanding contributions made by local tourism businesses. With Merthyr Tydfil at the heart of these a… Content last updated: 02 January 2025
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Nant Morlais update 11.12.24
Work is ongoing to fill the void at Nant Morlais. A 6ft steel pipe has been inserted into the existing culvert to support the flow of any overflow water going through it. Contractors are now onsite ca… Content last updated: 11 December 2024
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Council statement on Cyfarthfa Castle
The Council is aware that there is a petition circulating online to ‘save Cyfarthfa Castle from destruction’. A report on the proposed redevelopment of Cyfarthfa Castle was presented to Full Council o… Content last updated: 11 February 2025
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The day-time clubbing event from Vicky McClure, Jonny Owen and Reverend & The Makers is returning to Merthyr Tydfil on Saturday 28th June 2025 for a Summer Party Celebration at Penderyn Square.
Because life’s too short to save the dancing for after dark. Get ready for an unforgettable day as DAY FEVER, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, and Arena Projects join forces to bring you the ult… Content last updated: 11 April 2025
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How to Report Rogue Traders and Protect Your Community
Rogue traders often move from area to area, tricking people into expensive or unnecessary repairs. If you suspect a scam, act quickly: If a crime is happening: Call 999 immediately. For fraud reports:… Content last updated: 12 May 2025
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Active Citizen and Participation Awards 2025
Merthyr Tydfil’s Academy of Success held its awards ceremony on Thursday 12th June 2025 at Merthyr Tydfil Football Club. The awards recognise the successes of young people, aged 11-25, and organisatio… Content last updated: 07 July 2025