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The Importance of Play

To achieve a play friendly society that offers a wide range of play and recreational opportunities, it is necessary for all partners within the community to work together for this purpose. MTCBC ackno… Content last updated: 26 November 2024

‘Summer of Fun’ plays host to National Play Day

Merthyr Tydfil today played host to a variety of activities across the county borough to celebrate national play day as part of the 'summer of fun'.  The theme for this year’s Playday is 'all to play… Content last updated: 04 August 2022

Play in Merthyr Tydfil

Play Sufficiency Assessment

Every local authority in Wales has to complete a Play Sufficiency Assessment (PSA) every three years. Feedback is used from children, young people, parents/guardians, and stakeholders to determine whe… Content last updated: 19 May 2023

Play Activities in Merthyr Tydfil

How To Vote

The different ways to vote at a station, by post or by proxy. Content last updated: 22 July 2024

How you can help make a difference

Climate change is already effecting our everyday lives and urgent action is needed. As a council we aim to do everything that we can to ensure we can work towards decarbonisation. However, in order to… Content last updated: 08 February 2023

Video shows how life can improve for homeless people

The Council has produced a video showing how the lives of local homeless people have changed for the better following housing support they received during the pandemic. Changes made as a result of the… Content last updated: 21 November 2022

How do I claim Universal Credit?

Universal Credit claims are made online at www.universal-credit.service.gov.uk. You will need an email address, bank details, information relating to any rent you pay, any outgoings you have such as c… Content last updated: 27 January 2021

How is the money collected from Council Tax Premiums spent?

For the financial period 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025: The number of Long-Term Empty properties = 340 The number of Second Home Properties = 179 The amount of income generated from charging a pr… Content last updated: 02 June 2025

How to Vote in the May 2021 Senedd Elections

Did you know that no matter where you were born, if you live in Wales and are 16 or over, you can now vote in the 2021 Senedd Elections? This is a big change to our democracy in Wales and provides tho… Content last updated: 08 April 2021

How to Recycle Correctly

Help us recycle by putting the right material in the right container or bin. Content last updated: 24 December 2021

How to claim Housing Benefit

If you are already receiving Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax Reduction and need to advise us of a change in your circumstances. To find out what types of change you need to tell about and to report… Content last updated: 18 February 2025

How Do I Access Care and Support for Myself or Someone else?

The Social Services and Wellbeing Act is changing the way Social Services assess your care and support needs. More information, advice and assistance will be available Assessment will be simpler depe… Content last updated: 03 January 2023

Now? Next? How? Governors establish next steps for Raising Aspirations, Raising Standards strategy

Governors from across Merthyr Tydfil County Borough came together on Monday 10 July to consider what has been achieved in developing governors in schools within the Raising Aspirations, Raising Standa… Content last updated: 17 July 2023

How to Spot a Rogue Trader at Your Door

Have you ever answered the door to someone offering cut-price repairs or urgent work? While some tradespeople are legitimate, many rogue traders pressure homeowners into expensive, poor-quality work o… Content last updated: 28 April 2025

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