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Welsh in Education Strategic Plan (WESP)
Welsh in Education Strategic Plan 2022-2032 Merthyr Tydfil Council’s Welsh in Education Strategic Plan 2022-2032 should be considered within the context of the Welsh Government’s wider strategy fo… Content last updated: 07 February 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: 09 January 2025
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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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Work to begin on new Rhydycar footbridge
Work is about to begin on replacing the footbridge linking Merthyr Leisure Village, Rhydycar to the town centre. The footpath from the bridge to the gyratory system on Avenue de Clichy will be closed… Content last updated: 15 November 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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Council
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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: 01 April 2025
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New River Taff footbridge ready for installation
A new footbridge over the River Taff linking Merthyr Leisure Village, Rhydycar and the town centre is en route from its construction site in Shropshire. Manufactured by Beaver Bridges, the structure w… Content last updated: 09 March 2023
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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: 12 September 2024
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Green light for Active Travel improvements
The Council is about to commence work on a series of walking and cycling improvement projects as part of its Welsh Government-funded Active Travel programme. Monday 15 November will see the start of w… Content last updated: 09 November 2021
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Proposals to improve Rhydycar footbridge
As part of its Active Travel programme, the Council is considering plans to improve the footbridge linking Merthyr Leisure Village, Rhydycar to the town centre. The current footbridge is a well-used r… Content last updated: 13 January 2022
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Tesco roundabout traffic improvements imminent
Work will begin on 14 March on traffic improvements at the Tesco roundabout to make crossing the road safer for pedestrians - the final set of current roadworks in the Council’s Active Travel plan. Th… Content last updated: 11 March 2022
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Nant Morlais Sinkhole update 5.12.24
Due to the current weather conditions, the water level within the culvert has risen and Welsh Water have had to pause their works for a crane to be moved onsite to carry out the urgent stabilisation w… Content last updated: 05 December 2024
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News
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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… Content last updated: 06 January 2025
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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: 06 January 2025