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Freedom of Information Act Advice

Freedom of Information Act 2000 Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to openness in its operations. To this end, it is working to make as much information as possible accessible to the p… Content last updated: 16 January 2023

Free* reusable plastic-free period products available to collect locally!

Love your period, Love your planet! Following MTCBCs successful Love your Period, Love your planet! campaign in March 2023 that encouraged residents to switch from disposable to reusable period produc… Content last updated: 20 December 2024

Asbestos

What is asbestos? It is a naturally mined mineral used because it has properties of heat and chemical resistance, great strength and is almost indestructible. There are several different types (common… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

Council seeks public views on Merthyr Tydfil’s City Status application

At a Full Council meeting on Wednesday 8th September 2021 a presentation was shared with all elected members on a proposed bid to obtain City Status for Merthyr Tydfil. There was overwhelming support… Content last updated: 10 September 2021

Coed y Dderwen Eco Warriors fighting for a Greener Valley

Pupils at Merthyr Tydfil’s Coed Y Dderwen Primary School have been fully embracing post-lockdown classroom time using polytunnels and forests in their personal war against climate change. Under th… Content last updated: 13 June 2022

Combat ‘ych-a-fi’ to unleash the power of your food waste recycling

Wales may be a small country, but when it comes to recycling, we punch way above our weight. With 95% of us regularly recycling our waste, we’re already the third best recycling nation in the world, a… Content last updated: 09 February 2023

Four of Merthyr’s Shining Stars nominated for Child of Wales Awards

The Child of Wales awards have returned for 2023, bigger and better than ever, with the aim of showcasing achievements of young people across Wales whilst raising funds for Welsh charities dedicated t… Content last updated: 16 February 2023

Merthyr Primary Schools Rugby World Cup 2023

We met with Mr Craig Lynch, Deputy Head at Pantysgallog Primary School, who sparked the idea of Merthyr Tydfil’s very own Primary School Rugby World Cup, taking place on Wednesday 18 October, 10am-2pm… Content last updated: 05 October 2023

Managing personal financial affairs

If you feel that you are unable to manage your own financial affairs or you know of an individual that requires support, we may be able to assist. The department may be able to assist in either of the… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

Let’s Talk Recycling in Merthyr Tydfil

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has made great strides in recent years. Our recycling rate has climbed from just under 50% a decade ago to over 64% today. That’s thanks to the hard work of our r… Content last updated: 17 October 2025

E-bikes available to borrow for free for Merthyr Tydfil locals

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has partnered with the UK’s leading active travel charity, Sustrans, to bring its e-bike borrowing project, E-Move, to Merthyr Tydfil. This initiative has been fu… Content last updated: 20 September 2024

Residents urged to report off-road vehicles

Residents of Merthyr Tydfil are being urged to report off-road vehicles in a bid to crack down on anti-social behaviour. Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is working in partnership with South Wale… Content last updated: 14 July 2025

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

How to order recycling, food, and garden waste containers

Wheeled Bin Charges From 1st April 2025 there will be a £18.72 administration and delivery charge for any new and replacement wheeled bins. All residents, whether new or existing householders will hav… Content last updated: 29 April 2025

Registering a Birth

Registering a Birth Congratulations on your new arrival! PLEASE NOTE : THIS OFFICE OPERATES AN APPOINTMENT SYSTEM, SO PLEASE RING FOR AN APPOINTMENT TO REGISTER YOUR BABY. Merthyr Tydfil Register Offi… Content last updated: 28 May 2024

Emergency Plan

An emergency is defined as an event or situation that threatens serious damage to human welfare in a place in the UK, the environment of a place in the UK, or war or terrorism that threatens serious d… Content last updated: 03 September 2025

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