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The Importance of Play

To achieve a play friendly society that offers a wide range of play and recreational opportunities, it is necessary for all partners within the community to work together for this purpose. MTCBC ackno… Content last updated: 26 November 2024

Cwm Taf Health Board Introduce an Online Portal to support Ukrainians and their Hosts

Over the past few months, an overwhelming warm welcome has been given to all Ukrainian nationals that have arrived in the County Borough. All of this has been made possible thanks to the generosity of… Content last updated: 08 August 2022

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: 18 February 2025

BillyChip delivers hope and kindness to those who need it most in Merthyr Tydfil

The Hideout café is the first local business leading the way in Merthyr Tydfil by signing up to the very unique BillyChip project, supporting those most in need within the town centre. The project br… Content last updated: 21 September 2023

‘Summer of Fun’ plays host to National Play Day

Merthyr Tydfil today played host to a variety of activities across the county borough to celebrate national play day as part of the 'summer of fun'.  The theme for this year’s Playday is 'all to play… Content last updated: 04 August 2022

Play in Merthyr Tydfil

Register to Vote

Moving Home If you move home you will need to register to vote at your new address. Adding your name to the annual canvass form does not automatically entitle you to vote. Your old registration or pos… Content last updated: 04 July 2025

Play Sufficiency Assessment

Every local authority in Wales has to complete a Play Sufficiency Assessment (PSA) every three years. Feedback is used from children, young people, parents/guardians, and stakeholders to determine whe… Content last updated: 19 May 2023

Play Activities in Merthyr Tydfil

Stop Waste and Save Money: Top 8 Most Wasted Food Items

The average family wastes around 8 meals on a normal week. This could mean families are wasting around £50 per month on buying food and not eating it. The top 8 food items wasted in the UK are bread,… Content last updated: 04 February 2025

The Council and Barnardos continue “Team Around the Family” for local families who need it most

The Council and Barnardo’s have extended their commitment to providing prevention support to local families via the Early Help Hub (EHH). This new agreement ensures the service will continue beyond 20… Content last updated: 01 December 2023

Virtual Merthyr Tour will feature as part of Visit Wales’s national trails campaign

Merthyr Tydfil is set to play a prominent role in a new national tourism promotional campaign coinciding with the launch of the Council’s online tour of our fantastic landscape. Virtual Merthyr – A 36… Content last updated: 05 November 2024

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

Eisteddfod Clwstwr showcases Welsh talent in the County Borough

Today, pupils from across Merthyr Tydfil will show off their creative talents in the Eisteddfod Clwstwr, an online event showcasing Welsh language talents. Young people will play instruments, act, dan… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

Council Tax

From online services to problems paying and Council Tax. Content last updated: 08 July 2025