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Apply for a Temporary Road Closure

Temporary road closures can be arranged for special events and for highway improvements. Special Events Temporary road closures can be arranged for special events such as national celebrations and ill… Content last updated: 14 January 2026

Work begins on £4.4m affordable housing project

Work has begun on the construction of 31 ‘high quality’ new homes for rent as part of a £4.4million development in a rural part of Merthyr Tydfil.The Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association (MTHA) project… Content last updated: 06 August 2021

Council Tax Payments

To pay your Council Tax you can set up a direct debit, make a payment online or find other ways to pay. Direct Debit A Direct Debit can be setup quick and easily through your online Council Tax accoun… Content last updated: 29 September 2025

Coed-Y-Dderwen becomes first English Medium Primary School in Merthyr to achieve Siarter Iaith Silver Award

Siarter Iaith is a Welsh Government initiative that encourages schools to promote the use of Welsh language, improving skills and inspiring children to use Welsh in all aspects of their lives.The Char… Content last updated: 19 April 2023

South Wales Youth Orchestra and Choir Dazzle at Royal Albert Hall

A total of 220 talented young performers from across South Wales, representing the South-East Wales Youth Orchestra and Choir, took to the stage at London’s world-renowned Royal Albert Hall as part of… Content last updated: 18 November 2025

Report a Pothole

PLEASE NOTE: the authority does not maintain the trunk roads A470, A4060 and A465 (Heads of the Valleys Road). These roads are the responsibility of the South Wales Trunk Road Agent and problems shou… Content last updated: 04 April 2024

High Street churches’ Ffos-y-fran boost

Three prominent churches on Merthyr Tydfil High Street will be able to support even more disadvantaged and vulnerable residents as a result of over £280,000 refurbishment funding from a local grants s… Content last updated: 10 November 2022

Statement from Councillor Brent Carter, Leader of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council

I am aware of conversations circulating online regarding Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision in Merthyr Tydfil, so I’d like to provide some clarity on the Council’s position. A letter was issued… Content last updated: 03 February 2026

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

Health and safety at work - regulation and inspection

The Authority has a duty to enforce the relevant safety regulations to prevent accidents and ill health amongst the many workers and customers of the Borough. The various premises include retail outle… Content last updated: 04 October 2018

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacons and Associated Activities June 2, 2022

Thousands of town criers, along with Pearly Kings and Queens, traditional and Northumberland pipers, buglers and choirs from communities across the four corners of the nation and the Commonwealth will… Content last updated: 12 June 2023

Safer Streets Fund 2020 - 2021

The half-a-million-pound crime fighting boost for the town In January this year, a £25 million Safer Streets Fund was launched to enable bids from Police and Crime Commissioners across England and Wal… Content last updated: 16 November 2020

Pupil Voice

The importance of pupil voice is strong in Merthyr Tydfil. All schools have a system in place to develop pupil leadership. These range of a School Council to a school Senedd or Parliament. Senedd comm… Content last updated: 08 August 2024

Historic Pont-Y-Cafnau Bridge gets new lease on life as major restoration begins

Crews have begun the long-awaited restoration of Pont-Y-Cafnau bridge, a remarkable piece of industrial heritage that has stood as a testament to Welsh ingenuity for over two centuries. These works, c… Content last updated: 06 August 2025

Leisure, Parks and Culture

From the latest leisure activities to parks and hobbies, find something to do in Merthyr Tydfil. Content last updated: 31 October 2019

Land, Property and Facilities

From looking for business premises and local land searches to registering premises. Content last updated: 30 October 2024

Voting and Elections

From types of elections and how to register to how and where to vote and election results. Content last updated: 04 July 2025

Open Data

We are committed to publishing increasing amounts of our data to promote openness and transparency. Content last updated: 07 June 2019

Adult Social Care

We provide a range of support services for adults and older people who need support. Content last updated: 10 January 2023

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