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Voter ID
Voters in Wales need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations in some elections. This will apply to: Police and Crime Commissioner elections UK parliamentary by-elections Recall petitions Vo… Content last updated: 17 March 2026
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Go Team Astro! Caedraw zooms into First Place at F1 National Finals
A small but mighty team from Caedraw Primary School made the long journey to Birmingham to compete in the F1 in Schools UK National Finals. Held at the NEC, the Autosport Show hosts the Formula 1 in S… Content last updated: 30 January 2023
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Hackney Carriage Vehicle (Taxi) licence
All vehicles with 8 passenger seats or less used for the transportation of fee paying passengers must be licensed. Hackney Carriage vehicles can be hired from a taxi rank, hailed at the roadside or p… Content last updated: 20 January 2026
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Don’t forget your ID at this year’s polling stations!
Just a polite reminder to residents that in some elections in Wales, like Police and Crime Commissioner elections, UK parliamentary by-elections, and recall petitions, voters will need to show photo I… Content last updated: 12 April 2024
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Land, Property and Facilities
From looking for business premises and local land searches to registering premises. Content last updated: 30 October 2024
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Armed Forces Covenant
Find out about the service we provide to our armed forces personnel. Content last updated: 29 October 2024
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Open Data
We are committed to publishing increasing amounts of our data to promote openness and transparency. Content last updated: 07 June 2019
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Roads, Footways and Pavements
Current roadworks, roads maintenance, and how to report a roadside issue Content last updated: 26 March 2025
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Road Safety
Information on child pedestrian training, cycling, speed cameras and school crossing patrols Content last updated: 26 March 2025
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Pests, Pollution and Food Hygiene
Find information on hygiene in food outlets, pollution and pest control. Content last updated: 17 November 2025
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Motorcycling
There are a number of different motorbike courses that suit riders of all skills and ages. It's useful to join a course to improve the standards of motorcycle riding for yourself. BikeSafe is a police… Content last updated: 01 February 2022
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Education Other Than at School
Tuition is provided to support pupils of statutory school age on a short-term basis who are unable, because of their medical needs, to attend school. Tuition is not a long-term alternative to attendin… Content last updated: 20 August 2025
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Become a Councillor
Who can become a Councillor? Provided you meet the criteria below you could become a Councillor for your Ward. There are no formal qualifications required and Wales needs more women, LGBTQ+ people, d… Content last updated: 17 March 2026
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Treharris lights switch-on a resounding success
Residents and visitors flocked to Treharris town centre for the first Christmas lights switch-on in three years. The annual Christmas fair saw Treharris Square come alive with a performance by local a… Content last updated: 07 December 2022
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Heritage
Merthyr Tydfil in the 1850’s was the largest town in Wales, innovation and creativity have always played a part in the industrial history of Merthyr Tydfil.Whether it be the inspiration which resulted… Content last updated: 12 January 2022
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Halo's 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway
Win 6 months of free membership at Halo Leisure for you AND a friend with our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway this December! If you're not a membership winner this time, don't worry, you won't walk away… Content last updated: 01 December 2025
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Merthyr Transforms Foster Care Support with enhanced Benefits Package
Merthyr Council have agreed to introduce an improved offer to local authority foster carers. This recognises and empowers local foster families, offering unprecedented financial and practical benefits… Content last updated: 03 December 2025
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Recognised Qualifications
The Inspire2 Achieve Team have experienced tutors and contractors that can provide a wide range of qualifications hand picked to suit your needs. These qualifications are provided from our Personal a… Content last updated: 07 March 2024
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Being Bilingual
Being bilingual has many benefits; if you can speak two or more languages you may have greater opportunities throughout life. There is research to support the immense benefits! Across Wales more and m… Content last updated: 19 June 2025