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'Proud Councils' celebrate Pride Cymru’s Parade
On Saturday 17 June, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council joined neighbouring local authorities in South East and Mid Wales to show support for the LGBTQIA+ community and help promote equality and di… Content last updated: 20 June 2023
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Operation Santa 2023
The purpose of the appeal is to enable members of the public to buy presents for children who are likely, otherwise to miss out at Christmas time. Without the support of our residents, these children… Content last updated: 12 October 2023
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Children Missing Education
Children and young people not receiving a suitable education are at increased risk of a range of negative outcomes that could have long term damaging consequences for their life chances. A child missi… Content last updated: 17 January 2024
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Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council Leader, Councillor Geraint Thomas, comments on the need to issue a Section 188 Agreement.
Following the recent announcement of the provisional Welsh Local Government Settlement on December 20th 2023 Merthyr Tydfil is set to receive a funding increase of 3.4% for the 2024/25 financial year.… Content last updated: 17 January 2024
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Update: Abnormal load travelling through Merthyr Tydfil
We have been advised by Allelys, the haulage company responsible for transporting the abnormal load vehicle, that the second of the transportations are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 20 February 2… Content last updated: 14 February 2024
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The Scala live music license reviewed at committee
Following noise complaints, The Scala’s live music license was reviewed at a recent licensing committee. Concerns were raised by a local resident and a business owner around noise levels at the venue.… Content last updated: 17 April 2024
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Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic School
Project Description: Blessed Carlo Acutis (BCA) Catholic School is currently operating across four separate sites - St Aloysius Campus, St Illtyd's Campus, St Mary's Campus, and Bishop Hedley Campus.… Content last updated: 22 May 2024
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Blog Post 1
Hello everybody, welcome to our monthly blogs that will be highlighting any upcoming events you might be interested in attending at the hub, personal stories from within the community, and the diverse… Content last updated: 05 September 2024
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Statement on the Council's current position on Ffos-Y-Fran
Statement on the Council's current position on Ffos-Y-Fran: Enforcement On Wednesday 24th May 2023, following independent legal advice, an Enforcement Notice was issued to Merthyr (South Wales) Ltd an… Content last updated: 13 November 2024
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How to Spot a Rogue Trader at Your Door
Have you ever answered the door to someone offering cut-price repairs or urgent work? While some tradespeople are legitimate, many rogue traders pressure homeowners into expensive, poor-quality work o… Content last updated: 28 April 2025
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80th Anniversary of VE Day, 8th May 2025
The 8th May 2025 marks the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. In addition to the street parties being held across Merthyr Tydfil the following activities will also be taking place: Time Location Even… Content last updated: 02 May 2025
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Welsh Government 30-hour Education/Childcare Offer
What is the Childcare Offer for Wales? The Childcare Offer for Wales provides eligible parents of three to four year olds with up to 30 hours per week of combined nursery education and additional fund… Content last updated: 13 June 2025
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Cyfarthfa Castle Birthday Bash a Roaring Success!
The recent Birthday Weekend celebrations at Cyfarthfa Castle were an absolute blast, with the community coming together to mark this special occasion in style! The weekend was packed with an incredibl… Content last updated: 07 July 2025
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Selling your empty property
One of the quickest and easiest ways to deal with your empty property is to sell it. Even if the property is in poor condition and requires a full renovation there are plenty of builders or developer… Content last updated: 08 July 2025
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Welsh Government 70% Recycling Target
Welsh Government 70% Recycling Target is a campaign to ensure that every household in Merthyr Tydfil recycles. It targets the small minority of people who don’t recycle at all or who recycle very litt… Content last updated: 21 August 2025
Pay Policy Statement 2017
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