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Statement on Wellbeing Merthyr staff strike action
We are aware that some Wellbeing Merthyr staff are striking today with the support of the GMB Union. We would like to point out that some of the information contained on the picket signs is factually… Content last updated: 27 March 2024
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Gambling Premises licence
The Gambling Act 2005 came into force on 1st September 2007 and replaced most of the existing Gambling law in Great Britain. The Act aimed to put in place an improved, more comprehensive structure of… Content last updated: 10 February 2022
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European Funding
The European & External Funding Team provide a range of support and guidance to all projects funded in the local area through the Convergence Programme 2007-2013. Acting as Specialist European Tea… Content last updated: 29 August 2019
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Sale of Fireworks
To sell Fireworks to the public you must first obtain an Explosives Storage Licence Once you are licensed to store the fireworks, you can sell fireworks at the following times without needing a furth… Content last updated: 05 May 2022
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Employability Partnership
The Employability Partnership is co-ordinated within the Adult & Families Social Regeneration Department and it’s aim is to assist local people to engage in activities that benefit their health an… Content last updated: 12 June 2023
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Illegal eviction and harassment
Private landlords sometimes put great pressure on tenants to leave their properties, or they may even use physical force. However, most residential occupiers have legal rights to protect them against… Content last updated: 08 November 2023
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Camping and Caravan Sites
Grawen Farm This 3 star graded visit Wales park offers picturesque mountains, forest & reservoir walks in Brecon Beacons National Park. Situated in Merthyr Tydfil, Grawen Farm offers clean modern… Content last updated: 27 January 2022
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Performing Animals registration
Any person who exhibits or trains performing animals needs to be registered with their local authority under the Performing Animals (Regulation) Act 1925. You must register if you keep or train anima… Content last updated: 04 October 2018
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Pet Shop licence
Any person who runs a pet shop needs to be licensed under The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Wales) Regulations 2021. This includes sales of animals from shops, domestic p… Content last updated: 26 November 2024
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Maintenance - structural surveys
Mechanised Condition Inspections SCANNER and SCRIM surveys are carried out on the County Borough highways. These structural surveys are carried out on behalf of the Authority by specialist contractors… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Abnormal load notifications
Abnormal loads are defined in The Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) (General) Order 2003 and Subsequent Amendment Orders as any vehicle which exceeds at least one of the following limits:… Content last updated: 06 May 2022
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Amend a birth certificate
Can I change the birth record at a later date? Please contact the Register Office who will answer any questions you may have regarding a change of record. Why would I re-register my child? If the nat… Content last updated: 25 January 2021
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We’re getting ready for 20mph
The introduction of Welsh Government’s national 20mph default speed limit on 17th September 2023 is fast approaching. To make sure we’re ready for the deadline our Highways team is busy preparing, c… Content last updated: 30 June 2023
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Eligibility and Referrals
Are you eligible? To be eligible to receive support from Inspire2Achieve the following criteria must apply: you must be aged 16-19 You must be NEET – Not in Education, Employment or Training The Ref… Content last updated: 07 March 2024
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Paint Reuse
Paint donations can now be taken to the HRC in Dowlais. To make a donation please speak to an operative on site and sign the donation log. The paint must be over 500ml in quantity and in a good usable… Content last updated: 18 June 2024
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Builders Skips on the Highways
A builders skip cannot be deposited on a highway without the permission of the highway authority in accordance with Section 139 of the Highways Act 1980. There is a charge levied by the Highways Secti… Content last updated: 01 April 2025
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Single Integrated Plan
Our Vision for Merthyr Tydfil To strengthen Merthyr Tydfil’s position as the regional centre for the Heads of the Valleys, and be a place to be proud of where: People learn and develop skills to fulf… Content last updated: 26 July 2019
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Explosives Storage Licence
You will need a licence from Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council if you want to store explosives including fireworks up to 2,000 kg net explosive content (NEC) of adult fireworks. If you want to sto… Content last updated: 19 March 2024