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  • Physical Disabilities

    Physical Impairment Supporting the independence of adults and children with physical disabilities, we work in partnership with other organisations to provide a range of services to support adults with… Content last updated: 30 January 2023

  • Family History Search

    Births and Marriages Family History Tracing family history is exciting and rewarding but can be time consuming and complicated. The first step is to gather all the information you can from relatives.… Content last updated: 26 January 2023

  • 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

  • Youth Forum & Youth Mayor

    The Young People’s Participation service ensures that young people are provided with the opportunity to influence and shape the services that affect them in line with the United Nation Convention on t… Content last updated: 21 March 2023

  • Food hygiene rating scheme

    The Food Hygiene Rating (Wales) Act 2013 came into force on the 28 November 2013. The Act establishes a mandatory food hygiene rating scheme for Wales. When a food business has been issued with a Food… Content last updated: 24 August 2023

  • Disabled adaptations and aids

    Merthyr Tydfil Integrated Demonstration & Equipment Centre (MIDEC) The Merthyr Tydfil Integrated Demonstration Equipment (MIDEC) was officially opened in December 2009 by Mr Simon Dean, Head of Po… Content last updated: 08 November 2023

  • Renewal Areas

    The main purpose of Renewal Areas is to improve living conditions in areas which require regeneration. The statutory basis for Renewal Areas is set out in the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as… Content last updated: 08 November 2023

  • Identifying ALN

    What should I do if I think my child has additional learning needs (ALN)? As a parent you will know your child best. If you have any concerns about your child’s learning or behaviour you should first… Content last updated: 17 January 2024

  • Designated Vehicle List

    February 2024 Designated for the purposes of Section 165 Equality Act 2010 Please note: Plate numbers with HC prefix indicate that the vehicle is a Hackney Carriage vehicle, plate numbers with a PV pr… Content last updated: 14 February 2024

  • Planning Advice and Guidance

    Find out if you need planning permission Planning permission may be required from the Council:- • To extend your home • Construct garages or outbuildings • Walls and fencing • Erect decking and retain… Content last updated: 21 February 2024

  • Home Care

    Maintaining your Independence Home care services could help you with support in your own home with tasks such as support with personal care, which includes washing and dressing. Home care can provide… Content last updated: 11 April 2024

  • Post 16 College Transport

    There is no statutory requirement to provide transport for post 16 learners. However, Merthyr Tydfil offers a discretionary transport service to 16 to 19 year old learners who meet the eligibility cri… Content last updated: 17 April 2024

  • Report Benefit Fraud

    How can I report benefit fraud? Local Authority benefit fraud:  If you believe someone is committing Council Tax Reduction fraud, and or Housing Benefit fraud, you can report it here, by clicking the… Content last updated: 19 June 2024

  • Extra Care

    Extra Care offers an additional housing option for people over 50 who are struggling to manage at home. Ty Cwm, situated in Twynyrodyn, is a bespoke and modern scheme that provides 24 hour support for… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

  • Environmental Health Fees and Charges

    The Environmental Health Department carries out a variety of services. Some of these have a set fee or a service charge charge. Charges are reviewed on an annual basis. Services with a fee or charge … Content last updated: 29 May 2024

  • Charitable and Discretionary Relief

    Charities are entitled to relief from rates on any non-domestic property, which is wholly or mainly used for charitable purposes. Relief is given at 80% of the rate bill, and billing authorities have… Content last updated: 23 July 2024

  • Religion, Values and Ethics (RVE)

    All local authorities are legally required to have a group that monitors and advises on religious education. The Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education (SACRE) has performed this function i… Content last updated: 19 December 2024

  • Noise complaints

    Noise Complaints Sound is an everyday part of our lives and can arise from a wide range of sources or activities including speech, music, equipment, animals, etc. On occasions it can cause annoyance a… Content last updated: 07 June 2021

  • Sensory Impairment

    Services For People With Sensory Impairments (Adults and Children) If you are having difficulties due to sensory problems, the Directorate, together with other organisations, may be able to help.  We… Content last updated: 03 January 2023

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