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Council Tax Bands and Charges
For 2026/2027, the levels of Council Tax for a band D property are as follows: Breakdown Cost Merthyr Tydfil C.B.C: £2,186.33 The Police & Crime Commissioner for South Wales: £405.14 M… Content last updated: 18 March 2026
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Report a street nameplate
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is responsible for the provision, repair and maintenance of street name plates with the exception of new developments, where the Developer is responsible for the… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Report Fly-tipping
Fly-tipping is the illegal dumping of waste on any land, whether it is private or Council owned land. If you witness a fly-tipping in progress, please contact the Waste Enforcement Team on 01685 72500… Content last updated: 16 July 2024
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Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP)
If you are getting Housing Benefit but are still finding it hard to pay your rent, you may be able to get extra help by applying for a Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs). If you are no longer claim… Content last updated: 04 June 2024
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Winter Weather Emergencies
In the event of any closures or changes to services due to adverse weather, this page will be amended and updated with relevant details and the last update date. Winter weather of snow and ice can cau… Content last updated: 08 January 2026
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Cwm Taf Morgannwg Regional Housing Support Collaborative Group (RHSCG)
Regional Housing Support Collaborative Groups (RHSCGs) link with a range of stakeholders in order to build up a local and regional picture of cross boundary needs and priorities which inform future re… Content last updated: 25 March 2022
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Report a Public Litter or Dog Bin
To request a new public litter or dog bin, please contact your local Councillor. Content last updated: 16 July 2024
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Pre-nursery and nursery school admissions
Before you apply: Check your School catchment area You can apply for up to 3 different schools. You must rank the schools in order of preference. The first school should be the one you would most lik… Content last updated: 23 January 2026
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Council
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Apply for Free School Meals
If you live in Merthyr Tydfil and receive any of the following, you can claim free school meals for your school-aged child: Income Support Income Based Jobseeker's Allowance Support under Part VI of… Content last updated: 11 November 2025
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Elective Home Education
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Council launches parking payments app
Parking in Merthyr Tydfil is now easier following the launch of an app that takes payments without transaction fees and help motorists locate parking areas before they leave the house. The County Boro… Content last updated: 06 June 2023
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Secondary school admissions
Before you apply: Check your school catchment area You can apply for up to 3 different schools. You must rank the schools in order of preference. The first school should be the one you would most li… Content last updated: 05 January 2026
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Report a blocked drain or gully
Gullies and other road drains allow surface water to drain off the road or footpath. The gullies can become blocked by fallen leaves, other rubbish and tree roots. When they block any surface water on… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Reception primary school admissions
Before you apply: Check your School catchment area You can apply for up to 3 different schools. You must rank the schools in order of preference. The first school should be the one you would most li… Content last updated: 03 March 2026
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Companion Bus Pass