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Are you a Bird Owner? Avian Influenza / Bird Flu Information
Protect your own birds and others, register as a bird owner, it is now a legal requirement. Even if you only have one or a few pet birds you must register. Only birds which are housed all year round a… Content last updated: 25 November 2025
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Historic Merthyr Tydfil Library officially re-opened following refurbishment
Treharris Library in Merthyr Tydfil has been officially re-opened following refurbishment – 117 years after it was originally opened in 1909. The event on Friday 20th March saw The Lord Lieutenant and… Content last updated: 20 March 2026
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Counterfeit Crime Doesn’t Pay: Seller Jailed After Investigation
On the 7th of May 2026 at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court Gemma Chinnery, aged 35, of Cefn Coed, Merthyr Tydfil – having previously pleaded guilty to 21 offences under the Trademarks Act – received a three… Content last updated: 13 May 2026
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Wheels in motion: new skate park is coming to Merthyr Tydfil
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has today (10 August) revealed plans to develop a new, family-friendly skate park in Merthyr Tydfil town centre. Set to replace the existing facility at Merthyr T… Content last updated: 03 January 2025
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Councillor John Thomas, Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil 2024-25
Councillor John Thomas was elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil at the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 15th May 2024, taking over from the immediate past Mayor, Councillor Malcolm Colbran, as… Content last updated: 23 May 2024
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Consultation for our Strategic Equality Plan 2024-2028
What we are doing? We are consulting on our Strategic Equality Plan for 2024-2028 and we need your input and views to shape and inform our new objectives. Building upon our Strategic Equality Plan 202… Content last updated: 05 September 2023
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Assessing What Help You Need
If you think that you or someone you care for needs care & support from Social Services, you can contact the Adult Duty desk on 01685 724500. The Duty Officer will discuss your particular circumst… Content last updated: 05 June 2023
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Avoid a costly error this Christmas
Nobody wants a ruined Christmas. The following advice from Road Safety Wales will help you to avoid buying a gift which could be seized by the Police and result in a fine and penalty points for the us… Content last updated: 19 November 2025
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How to Keep Your Community Safe from Rogue Traders
A strong community is the best defence against doorstep criminals. Here’s what you can do: ✔️ Talk to Your Neighbours – Share advice and experiences. If someone has been approached by a rogue trader,… Content last updated: 20 May 2025
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YMCA building continues its renovation journey.
Phase two of the renovation of the old YMCA building in Pontmorlais is now almost complete. The Grade II Listed building, which has been derelict for more than two decades, has now been stabilised and… Content last updated: 15 November 2023
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Merthyr Tydfil welcomes Coco’s Coffee & Candles!
Another exciting new business has chosen Merthyr Tydfil High Street as its home, with Coco’s Coffee & Candles being the latest shop to open in the town centre. Located at 143b High Street and Deve… Content last updated: 02 June 2025
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Parking Permits (Residential, Academic and Season Permits)
The Council have introduced a number of on-street residential permit schemes which are reserved for nearby residential properties. The schemes allow, 24 hours permit parking and enforcement which is t… Content last updated: 12 September 2025
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Advice on paying your Council Tax bill
Do I have to pay Council Tax? If you have moved into, become responsible for or purchased a property you must inform us immediately advising of who is the responsible person for the property: can now… Content last updated: 30 September 2025
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Academy of Success Celebration Evening 2023
Merthyr Tydfil’s Academy of Success held its awards ceremony on Friday 23 June 2023 at Merthyr Tydfil Football Club. The awards recognise the successes of young people, aged 11-25, and organisations a… Content last updated: 25 July 2023
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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
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Bus Services look to return for Heolgerrig and Ynysfach
Since the regular bus service ceased at the beginning of August, Heolgerrig and Ynysfach have been without public transport access to the town centre. However, utilising funds from the Welsh Governmen… Content last updated: 13 September 2023
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Free Christmas weekend parking for Merthyr Tydfil shoppers
Christmas shoppers in Merthyr Tydfil have been given a welcome gift - free parking in the town centre at weekends. The Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil Business Improvement District (BID) and Merthyr Tydf… Content last updated: 23 October 2024
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Major Restoration Works to Revitalise Historic Cyfarthfa Castle
Significant restoration work is set to rejuvenate Cyfarthfa Castle, with major improvements scheduled to commence in January. The comprehensive renovation project will address critical structural need… Content last updated: 16 December 2025
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Inauguration of the New Youth Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil
On Friday 9th May 2025, the Civic Centre in Merthyr Tydfil hosted the inauguration of the new Youth Mayor. Jacob Bridges, a 22-year-old currently employed full-time, was appointed as the 15th Youth Ma… Content last updated: 16 May 2025