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Merthyr Tydfil to bid for city status in Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council have welcomed a proposal to bid for city status as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations next year. At this evening’s (Wednesday, 8 September 2021) me… Content last updated: 09 September 2021

Fly-tipping investigations lead to culprits in court

In the past year, 25 criminal investigations in to fly-tipping have led to 19 cases referred for prosecution, with six Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) of £400 paid and fines of almost £1,500 ordered. A f… Content last updated: 17 June 2023

St Tydfil Indoor market: National Finalists in Annual National Market Traders Federation competition

Two businesses from St Tydfil Indoor Market traded in the finals of the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF) competition in Stratford Upon Avon last month. This year around 1,000 young traders ac… Content last updated: 08 September 2023

Parc Taf Bargoed awarded Green Flag status for the 12th consecutive year.

Keep Wales Tidy recently announced that Parc Taf Bargoed has again been awarded Green Flag status – its 12th consecutive year since it was originally given the prestigious award in 2011. It is joined… Content last updated: 27 November 2023

National Lottery Heritage Fund backs Merthyr Tydfil Synagogue/Welsh Jewish Heritage Centre Project

It has just been announced that the Foundation for Jewish Heritage has been successful in its funding submission to the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) & Welsh Government’s Transforming Town… Content last updated: 05 July 2022

Year 8 Girls Inspired at International Women’s Day – Give to Gain

On Friday 6th March, the Business and Education Together Partnership (BETP) hosted a powerful International Women’s Day: Give to Gain event, welcoming 100 Year 8 girls for a day designed to spark curi… Content last updated: 19 March 2026

The Council’s Trading Standards Team have been inspecting petrol forecourts throughout Merthyr Tydfil.

During this cost-of-living crisis it can cost around £70 to fill the tank of a mid-sized family car, so it’s important for residents to be reassured that they’re getting the right amount of fuel that… Content last updated: 09 August 2023

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We stand with Ukraine – statement from Leader Cllr Lisa Mytton

“We are united with both Central and Welsh Government’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and condemn the Russian leader for his aggression.  I encourage all in the Chamber and county borough t… Content last updated: 10 May 2022

Exciting Vacant Property re-developments underway in Merthyr Tydfil Town Centre.

Two properties are currently being re-developed in the Town Centre with help from Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns Programme. Highfield Property Group, a Merthyr Tydfil based developer is underta… Content last updated: 17 October 2024

Merthyr foster carers’ stories show everyone can ‘bring something to the table’ to support local children in care

There are more than 7,000 children in the care system in Wales, but only 3,800 foster families.We currently have 83 children and young people in foster care in Merthyr Tydfil; and we need more foster… Content last updated: 08 January 2024

Merthyr Tydfil indoor market trader in running for top honour

A Merthyr Tydfil Indoor Market trader has progressed to the national final of a prestigious competition for young entrepreneurs after impressing the judges at the Wales regional final in Swansea. Davi… Content last updated: 01 August 2023

Noson Lawen showcases Welsh Language and cultural talents from across the Borough!

We are excited to share the news about the third Noson Lawen, another great event in partnership with our schools across Merthyr Tydfil, which was held on the evening of Thursday 21st March 2024. This… Content last updated: 22 March 2024

Their Majesties The King and Queen visit Cyfarthfa Castle for double celebration

On Friday, 14th November, Their Majesties The King and Queen will visit Cyfarthfa Castle to meet members of the local community, businesses and well-known Welsh cultural figures, to celebrate His Maje… Content last updated: 13 November 2025

CCTV enforcement vehicle delivering results in fight against anti-social behaviour

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has invested in an enforcement vehicle fitted with the latest technology to help its fight against illegal parking. Cameras on the parking enforcement vehicle pho… Content last updated: 03 March 2022

Council freezes pitch maintenance fees to help sports clubs recover from Covid

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has agreed to freeze its sports pitch maintenance fees for three years to give clubs a chance to recover from the pandemic. This week, the meeting of the Cabinet… Content last updated: 04 March 2022

From Saturday 5th August 2023, the Heolgerrig bus service will cease operation.

The service also travels through Ynysfach.  The current bus operator has decided to stop the service; a common issue across Wales with many bus companies feeling the effects of the pandemic on public… Content last updated: 04 August 2023

Merthyr Tydfil CBC benefits from Cymru Football Foundation, Sport Wales and UK Government funding.

Merthyr Tydfil CBC can announce that through the Cymru Football Foundation’s Fit-For-Future Facilities Programme, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Sport Wales Pitch Collaboration Fund, we have been s… Content last updated: 18 November 2024