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Freedom of Information Act Advice
Freedom of Information Act 2000 Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to openness in its operations. To this end, it is working to make as much information as possible accessible to the p… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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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
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Bulky Waste Collection
Our bulky item collection service is available for items that you are unable to recycle or dispose of in your wheelie bin. Reuse - we are now working in partnership with Wastesavers to reuse as many i… Content last updated: 31 March 2026
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Request a Permanent Road Closure
A permanent road closure can be processed under two acts of Parliament: The Highways Act 1980 The Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Highway being unnecessary Under Section 116 of The Highways Act 1… Content last updated: 14 January 2026
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Request a Pest Control Treatment
The eradication of insects and rodents which are transmitters of disease is a very significant part of the Local Authority's service to the community. Rats and mice, cockroaches, fleas and wasps are a… Content last updated: 12 January 2026
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Report a Bridge Problem
We are responsible for the maintenance of the County Borough’s highway structures which includes bridges, culverts, subways and retaining walls. The bridge maintenance section has overall responsibili… Content last updated: 26 January 2022
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Reusable Green Garden Waste Sack
Garden waste can still be taken to the HRCs at Dowlais and Aberfan year-round. Your seasonal garden collection is usually on the opposite week, but same day as your wheeled bin collection, however, t… Content last updated: 26 February 2026
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View our Public and Legal Notices
The Council frequently issues Public Notices covering a wide range of topics. The legal requirements for Public Notices vary according to the legislation in question. The Council publishes notices on… Content last updated: 24 March 2026
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South Wales Police and Crime Panel
The way police policy is formed in the UK changed from November 2012 when a Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) was elected for every police force area in England and Wales. The Police and Crime Commi… Content last updated: 09 February 2026
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Cardiff Capital Region City Deal Joint Cabinet
The Cardiff Capital Region is comprised of ten local authorities: Blaenau Gwent; Bridgend; Caerphilly; Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Newport, Rhondda Cynon Taff; Torfaen; and Vale of Glamorg… Content last updated: 13 January 2026
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Managing your debts and budgeting
If you are having difficulties with your finances and need advice around budgeting there are several places to get support and advice from. For local support contact Citizens Advice who can provide yo… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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Open Government Licence (OGL)
You may use and re-use the information featured on this website (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium under the terms of the Open Government Licence (OGL). The OGL is a simple s… Content last updated: 25 January 2022
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Anti-social behaviour and nuisance
Call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or if the crime is in progress The Merthyr Tydfil Community Safety Partnership is a multi-agency partnership working together to reduce crime,… Content last updated: 11 September 2020
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Business Rates online
Register for an Account To register for this service, you will need: Your Account reference number The Property Postcode A valid email address Contact telephone number Register or Login Setup a Dire… Content last updated: 29 September 2025
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How to order recycling, food, and garden waste containers
Wheeled Bin Charges An administration and delivery charge will apply for any new or replacement wheeled bins. Details of this charge can be found on our Fees and Charges page: https://www.merthyr.gov.… Content last updated: 31 March 2026
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Kerbside household battery collections
You can now recycle used household batteries at the kerbside as part of your weekly recycling scheme in small purple battery recycling bags provided by the Council. Purple bags can be collected from l… Content last updated: 24 December 2021
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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