-
Pedestrian crossings
The Council has responsibility for the maintenance of pedestrian crossings in Merthyr Tydfil. All roads are subject to an inspection on a periodic basis and our Highway Inspector reports any problems… Content last updated: 12 January 2022
-
Dental care crisis in Wales: Llais calls for urgent action to ensure fair access for all
Access to NHS dental care in Wales is in crisis. One-third of people we heard from were unable to find a dentist or were stuck on lengthy waiting lists. Children, older adults, disabled people, and lo… Content last updated: 19 November 2024
-
Councillor Brent Carter, Leader of Merthyr Tydfil CBC gives an update on the Rhydycar West planning application:
Today, we have received a letter from Welsh Government to confirm that the Rhydycar West planning application will be passed back to Merthyr Tydfil CBC to determine. In the letter, Welsh Government’s… Content last updated: 21 November 2025
-
Section of Taff Trail to close next week
The Council has been informed by Dwr Cymru Welsh Water that a section of the Taff Trail at Abercanaid will be closed next week for tree felling work. The section running from Quay Row to Pond Row (see… Content last updated: 27 May 2022
-
Tenders and procurement
Find out about procurement processes and procedures and find details of any contracts we are looking to tender. Content last updated: 24 March 2020
-
Who are we? And what do we do?
Who are we? And what do we do? The Compass Community Hub is located in the Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil and is funded by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund. The Hub provides learning and support to… Content last updated: 23 May 2024
-
Avoid Christmas Catastrophe
Trading Standards Wales (TSW) warns that for the most part, consumer products offered for sale either on the high street or online are safe. However, dangerous products continue to be supplied to unsu… Content last updated: 11 November 2025
-
Join us for a ‘day of enchantment’ at this year’s Christmas lighting ceremony
Merthyr Tydfil Town Centre will be alive with festive cheer on Saturday 16th November as We Love Merthyr in partnership with the Council and St. Tydfil Shopping Centre kicks off the countdown to Chris… Content last updated: 01 November 2024
-
Memorials
In order to place a memorial it is necessary to purchase the Exclusive Rights of Burial of a grave/plot. Only memorial masons registered with the British Register of Accredited Monumental Masons (BRAM… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
-
Direct Payments
Direct Payments are a way of arranging your own care services by receiving a regular cash payment instead of having services arranged or provided by the Local Authority. Direct Payments are designed t… Content last updated: 19 April 2023
-
Attendance
Advice for Parents and Carers What can you do? Parents and carers can do a great deal to support the regular and punctual attendance of their children at school: Start good habits early (arrive at sc… Content last updated: 01 March 2024
-
Update: Abnormal load travelling through Merthyr Tydfil
We have been advised by Allelys, the haulage company responsible for transporting the abnormal load vehicle, that the second of the transportations are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 20 February 2… Content last updated: 14 February 2024
-
Don’t Feed the Rats your Food Waste
Over the last few weeks there has been a significant rise in reports of rat sightings and infestations across our County Borough. Rats are known carriers of various diseases that can pose serious heal… Content last updated: 05 March 2026
-
Different Types of Elections
There are different types of election in the UK, and referendums can also be called as a way of asking the public a question. As a poll approaches you will be provided with information on the electio… Content last updated: 17 March 2026
-
Former Hoovers Site statement
Today, Wednesday 7 January, the Planning, Regulatory and Licensing committee considered the planning application for the redevelopment of the former Hoover site to create a new neighbourhood, includin… Content last updated: 07 January 2026
-
Commonwealth Games 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay to visit Merthyr Tydfil – nominate your Merthyr Tydfil Baton Bearers now
This summer, Birmingham plays host to the 2022 Commonwealth Games. A multisport event that takes place every four years and includes athletes from all of the Commonwealth countries across the globe. U… Content last updated: 24 March 2022
-
Foster Carers in Merthyr Tydfil celebrate contribution of foster siblings
Foster carers in Merthyr Tydfil are celebrating the vital contribution their own children play in the fostering journey. As part of Children of Foster Carers Week (from October 13 to October 19), Fost… Content last updated: 17 October 2025