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Formal support package for Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council to end following progress made

Welsh Government Finance and Local Government Minister Rebecca Evans has announced today that support provided to Merthyr County Borough Council since 2019 will come to a close at the end of the month… Content last updated: 16 March 2022

Great turnout for Roman Run

The annual Tydfilians’ Roman Run returned last Saturday after a two-year absence. Due to COVID-19, the race was cancelled in 2020 - which would have marked the 40th Anniversary of the event which was… Content last updated: 04 January 2023

Cyfarthfa High School celebrated for supporting service children

Cyfarthfa High School has been congratulated for the support it offers students whose parents are either serving or have served with the British Armed Forces. The school has achieved the Armed Forces… Content last updated: 30 September 2022

Battle of Britain exhibition comes to Merthyr Tydfil

An exhibition telling the story of Wales’s contribution in the largest air battle ever recorded is coming to Merthyr Tydfil this autumn. The Wales and the Battle of Britain touring exhibition was crea… Content last updated: 05 October 2022

Statement on our financial position

Over the last few weeks and months this country has been exposed to economic turmoil. The early signs are this; Our Council, like every other Council in Wales, will be facing unprecedented financial… Content last updated: 26 October 2022

Council employability project makes finals of national awards

An innovative project supporting young people who have experienced barriers to employment has resulted in Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council becoming a finalist in a national public sector awards p… Content last updated: 09 March 2023

Glynmil residents celebrate Gypsy Roma Traveller History Month in style

Glynmil Gypsy Travellers’ Site was alive with the sound of residents, local schoolchildren, partners, and volunteers all celebrating Gypsy Roma Traveller History Month in June. The lawns and community… Content last updated: 19 July 2023

BillyChip delivers hope and kindness to those who need it most in Merthyr Tydfil

The Hideout café is the first local business leading the way in Merthyr Tydfil by signing up to the very unique BillyChip project, supporting those most in need within the town centre. The project br… Content last updated: 21 September 2023

The Council and Barnardos continue “Team Around the Family” for local families who need it most

The Council and Barnardo’s have extended their commitment to providing prevention support to local families via the Early Help Hub (EHH). This new agreement ensures the service will continue beyond 20… Content last updated: 03 September 2025

Volunteers from Merthyr Tydfil and beyond collect 384 bags of litter in support of #SpringCleanCymru

An incredible 384 bags of rubbish were collected at a popular Merthyr attraction on Friday 4 April, as 172 volunteers carried out a littler pick along the Taff Trail in preparation for the Easter brea… Content last updated: 07 April 2025

Active Citizen and Participation Awards 2025

Merthyr Tydfil’s Academy of Success held its awards ceremony on Thursday 12th June 2025 at Merthyr Tydfil Football Club. The awards recognise the successes of young people, aged 11-25, and organisatio… Content last updated: 07 July 2025

Destination Management Plan 2015-2018

What is Destination Management? Destination development is about delivering a quality visitor experience on the ground which meets or exceeds expectations and which will ensure repeat visits and word… Content last updated: 30 October 2019

Enforcement

Highway Network Management Plan The primary object of the Plan is to set out a policy in relation to all highways maintenance activities that are undertaken and to provide a written text of reference… Content last updated: 31 October 2019

Lottery licence

What is a society? A society for the purposes of a lottery is one that is established and conducted for: charitable purposes the purpose of enabling participation, or of supporting, sport, athletics… Content last updated: 04 October 2018

Pupil Voice

The importance of pupil voice is strong in Merthyr Tydfil. All schools have a system in place to develop pupil leadership. These range of a School Council to a school Senedd or Parliament. Senedd comm… Content last updated: 08 August 2024

Different Types of Elections

There are different types of election in the UK, and referendums can also be called as a way of asking the public a question. As a poll approaches you will be provided with information on the electio… Content last updated: 15 October 2025

Petitions

The petitions process allows members of the public to have direct influence on the political process and to raise concerns that are important to them. Before submitting a petition, you should: Contac… Content last updated: 10 November 2025

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