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  • Voluntary Sector Transport Licence

    Mini-bus permits can be issued to organisations concerned with religion, education, recreation, social welfare and other activities of benefit to the community. These permits allow the use of a mini-b… Content last updated: 08 August 2019

  • Health and safety accident reporting

    The reporting of accidents and illness is a statutory duty and some will be  investigated to ascertain whether there is a particular problem. If there has been negligence this can result in prosecutio… Content last updated: 31 December 2018

  • Parks and open spaces - landscaping

    Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is custodian of 619 hectares of publicly owned open space. We believe it is important to look after, protect and develop our Parks and Public Open Spaces ranging… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

  • Planning Appeals

    Unhappy with your decision? Appeals in Wales are dealt with by the Planning Environment and Decisions Wales in Cardiff. Applicants have a statutory right of appeal against the refusal of planning pe… Content last updated: 06 May 2022

  • Taxi fare setting

    The Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 allows for a District Council to fix the rates or fares within the District for time as well as distance, and, all other charges in connection… Content last updated: 04 October 2018

  • Alcohol, drugs and substance misuse

    What is substance misuse? Substance misuse can be described as the misuse of illegal drugs and the inappropriate use of: Alcohol Volatile substances (by deliberately inhaling chemicals found in every… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

  • Bus Passes

    For new mainstream pupils who qualify for free school transport, information regarding their transport arrangements, together with your child’s bus pass, will be posted to entitled pupils during the S… Content last updated: 17 April 2024

  • Evidence Request Form

    Thank you for requesting evidence.  What happens next? We’ve sent your report to supervisor or other person immediately in charge who will investigate within five working days.  We may need to contact… Content last updated: 29 January 2025

  • Ellis Cooper

    Chief Executive As the Head of the Council’s Paid service and responsibility for all Council Officers, Ellis is the main link between Council Members and Officers and ensures that Council’s strategic… Content last updated: 12 March 2025

  • Ceri Dinham

    Head of Comms, Consultation & Cabinet As the Head of Comms, Consultation & Cabinet, Ceri’s remit includes leading services such as: Communications, Consultation and Engagement Cabinet Office… Content last updated: 12 March 2025

  • Verges

    Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council's responsibilities Hedges, trees, etc growing along boundaries within the highway are usually owned by adjoining landowners. However we are responsible for the ef… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

  • Registered Parks and Gardens

    The register is non-statutory, and has been compiled by Cadw. The register is to aid in the conservation of historic parks and gardens. Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has three registered parks… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

  • Get in touch

    Telephone: 01685 727099 Email: compass.communityhub@merthyr.gov.uk Facebook: Compass Community Hub https://www.facebook.com/CompassCommunityHubMerthyr/ Instagram: compasscommunity.hub https://www.inst… Content last updated: 23 May 2024

  • Council Budgets

    The Local Government Act 2003 requires Local Authorities to demonstrate an integrated approach in determining their revenue and capital spending decisions through an integrated Medium Term Financial P… Content last updated: 14 January 2022

  • Local Housing Market Assessment

    The Local Housing Market Assessment (LHMA) for Merthyr Tydfil is a comprehensive analysis of the area's housing market. Its primary purpose is to inform local authorities and policymakers about curren… Content last updated: 24 July 2024

  • Health and safety at work - advice and training

    Advice on health and safety matters and numerous information leaflets are available through our partners, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), via the HSE website www.hse.gov.uk Content last updated: 04 October 2018

  • Conclusion of Audit 2022-23 MTCBC

    MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL NOTICE OF CONCLUSION OF AUDITThe Accounts and Audit (Wales) Regulations 2014 Reg.13 Public Audit (Wales) Act 2004 S.29 Notice is given that the Audit of Accounts… Content last updated: 20 December 2023

  • 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

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