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Pavements obstructions
Obstructions on the Highways. It is an offence to obstruct the free passage of the highway. Obstructions are objects which have been unlawfully placed on or which overhang the highway. Such obstructio… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Alcohol advice and support
What are the recommended daily limits for alcohol? Drinking under the recommended daily limit can reduce the risk of health problems in the future. Men should not regularly drink more than 3 - 4 unit… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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Notice of Audit Advertisement 2022-23
Audit of Accounts Notice of Appointment of Date for the Exercise of Electors’ Rights Notice Pursuant to Sections 30 and 31 of the Public Audit (Wales) Act 2004 Copies of the accounts of the Merthyr Ty… Content last updated: 05 October 2023
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Support and advice for Young Carers
A Young Carer is someone under the age of 18 years who takes responsibility for someone in their family who is ill, disabled, experiencing mental ill-health or affected by substance misuse. They may b… Content last updated: 28 March 2025
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Scaffolding and Hoarding
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Residents When carrying out any building work/maintenance or removal of any part of a property that is next to the public highway (road, pavement or rear lane), the safet… Content last updated: 01 April 2025
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Cost of Living edition of Contact Newspaper
Click here to view a special edition of Contact Newspaper, dedicated to Cost of Living support and advice. Content last updated: 10 February 2023
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Proud Councils
Proud Councils is a partnership of Local Authorities supporting LGBTQIA+ issues. Formed in 2015 with the aim to improve support offered to LGBTQIA+ staff within local authorities in Wales and to ensur… Content last updated: 09 February 2023
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School admissions information
The entry of children into schools is controlled and administered by an ‘Admissions Authority’. For all Community Schools in Merthyr Tydfil, including Welsh Medium, the Admissions Authority is the Sc… Content last updated: 10 April 2025
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Permitted Processes
Regulation of Industry As emissions from industry can significantly affect air quality several control regimes are in place including the following: LAPC (Local Air Pollution Control) LAPPC (Local Au… Content last updated: 04 October 2018
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Planning Consultations
REPLACEMENT MERTHYR TYDFIL LOCAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2016-2031: NOTICE OF CONSULTATION ON SUPPLEMENTARY PLANNING GUIDANCE NOTE Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council (MTCBC) adopted the Replacement Local… Content last updated: 28 July 2023
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Youth Clubs
The Youth Service in Merthyr Tydfil provides youth clubs for anyone between the ages of 11 and 25 that want to join in. Clubs are situated in different venues across the local area and are run by qua… Content last updated: 16 February 2024
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Preparing for Emergencies
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has prepared a Major Incident Plan capable of dealing with events from a vast range of major emergencies. The Major Incident Plan provides a framework for an imme… Content last updated: 25 November 2024