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UK’s first national security operations centre launches in Wales
The first national scheme of its kind in the UK, which will protect Welsh local authorities and all fire and rescue services in Wales from cyber-attacks, has launched today (Friday, May 10). Led by th… Content last updated: 10 May 2024
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Education Workforce Wellbeing
Good staff well-being is essential for cultivating a mentally healthy school, for retaining and motivating staff and for promoting pupil well-being and attainment. Issues that affect teacher well-bein… Content last updated: 28 March 2024
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Apply for Free School Meals
If you live in Merthyr Tydfil and receive any of the following, you can claim free school meals for your school-aged child: Income Support Income Based Jobseeker's Allowance Support under Part VI of… Content last updated: 11 November 2025
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Educational Psychology Service
Many children and young people have problems with their development and learning at some point in their lives. Most improve with the help of their families, their schools and their friends. An educati… Content last updated: 24 November 2025
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Child Entertainment and Employment Licenses
Child Performance Licence When is a Child Performance licence required For all children from birth up to the end of their compulsory education. This is defined as the last Friday in June in the acade… Content last updated: 29 January 2026
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Information for Landlords
Do you own and/or manage homes in the area? If so, we want to hear from you! We’re carrying out a survey of landlords to: know more about the nature of the business that make up the private rented s… Content last updated: 11 April 2022
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Weighbridge Operator Licence
Anyone who carries out public weighings for a charge must hold a certificate from a Chief Inspector of Weights and Measures, showing that they have sufficient knowledge for the proper performance of t… Content last updated: 04 March 2022
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Sustainable development for business
Sustainable tourism is a major growth area for visitors to Merthyr Tydfil, with many people preferring to stay in “Green Accommodation” than in more traditional offerings. If you are a visitor to the… Content last updated: 31 December 2018
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Health and safety accident reporting
The reporting of accidents and illness is a statutory duty and some will be investigated to ascertain whether there is a particular problem. If there has been negligence this can result in prosecutio… Content last updated: 31 December 2018
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Check your Collection Day
Please Note:The Waste Services team are in the process of changing some collection rounds. If you have recently received a letter advising you of collection day changes, please refer to the informatio… Content last updated: 22 March 2022
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Parks and Open Spaces Maintenance
All playgrounds throughout the County Borough are inspected by our R.P.I.I qualified Inspector fortnightly. We have a playground fitter who carries out maintenance on a daily basis as directed by the… Content last updated: 13 March 2025
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Local land charges - personal search
If you are a member of the public and wish to carry out your own search of the Local Land Charges register you must have conveyance knowledge about property searches, e.g. a Personal Search Agency. If… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Order copy birth, death, marriage and civil partnership certificates
Use these services to order copies of entries for births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships. Start now - Birth Certificates Start now - Death Certificates Start now - Marriage Certificates Star… Content last updated: 02 January 2025
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Food labelling and allergy information
Inspections are undertaken of food premises where product labels and packaging are examined to ensure they are complying with their legal requirements. If any failures are identified, the issue is de… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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How to Report Rogue Traders and Protect Your Community
Rogue traders often move from area to area, tricking people into expensive or unnecessary repairs. If you suspect a scam, act quickly: If a crime is happening: Call 999 immediately. For fraud reports:… Content last updated: 12 May 2025
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Looking for business premises
Surplus Council land and property is managed by our Estates Department. New Development Opportunities Current Land and Property For Sale For a list of current properties for sale, please visit the Pau… Content last updated: 15 March 2023