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TikTok star Lewis adds twinkle to lights switch-on
Merthyr Tydfil’s very own TikTok-dominating star dancer Lewis Leigh is joining the guest list at next week’s Christmas lights switch-on. The 21-year-old viral sensation who even appeared on the Good M… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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Video shows how life can improve for homeless people
The Council has produced a video showing how the lives of local homeless people have changed for the better following housing support they received during the pandemic. Changes made as a result of the… Content last updated: 21 November 2022
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Leader's statement on Council Tax increase for 2023/24
Council tax in Merthyr Tydfil will rise by 4.7% per cent as part of the council’s 2023/24 budget. The Welsh average is 5.5%. This increase is the equivalent to £1.05 per week for Band A properties an… Content last updated: 08 March 2023
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‘Proud Councils’ to attend Pride Cymru this weekend
Councils from across South and Mid-Wales will be coming together this Saturday to participate in the annual Pride Cymru parade in Cardiff.The parade is a visually spectacular celebration of equality a… Content last updated: 16 June 2023
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Council update on Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Services 11/04/24
A number of formal requests have been made by the council to Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Trust (the Trust) in relation to Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre. This request is to allow the council t… Content last updated: 11 April 2024
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Students across Merthyr Tydfil celebrate GCSE Results Day!
Schools from across Merthyr Tydfil are today celebrating GCSE results day. Pupils have been discovering their results and beginning to plan for their next steps. To mark the occasion, young people fro… Content last updated: 22 August 2024
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Leader’s statement on Budget and Council Tax report
On Wednesday 26th February 2025, a report will go to a special Full Council meeting with a proposal to increase Council Tax in Merthyr Tydfil by 5.5% for the 2025/26 Financial Year. Cllr Brent Carter,… Content last updated: 20 February 2025
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Street Parties: Road Closure Request for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
The Council wants to make it easier for people to hold street parties to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day. This guide provides advice on how to hold a small street party in your local communit… Content last updated: 01 April 2025
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Roads closed overnight for pedestrian crossing work
Sections of Lower High Street will be closed overnight the next two Sundays for work to construct a new pedestrian crossing between High Street car park and the ‘fountain shops’ the other side of the… Content last updated: 17 February 2022
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Former Llysfaen Respite Care Homes Cefn Coed Y Cymmer
Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council are seeking your views on the redevelopment of the former Llysfaen respite care homes, Cefn Coed y Cymmer in Merthyr Tydfil… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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The Council’s response to Welsh Government Budget Settlement
Like all other Councils across the country, we continue to be faced with uncertain times. Over the last 15 years, Councils have had budget cuts which have caused them to struggle with balancing budget… Content last updated: 22 December 2023
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Don’t forget your ID at this year’s polling stations!
Just a polite reminder to residents that in some elections in Wales, like Police and Crime Commissioner elections, UK parliamentary by-elections, and recall petitions, voters will need to show photo I… Content last updated: 12 April 2024
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Please take part in our economic recovery survey
As non-essential shops re-open across Wales, Merthyr Tydfil businesses are being urged to take part in a survey that will help the Council to help them. Our County Borough Wide Economic Vision and Rec… Content last updated: 10 January 2022
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Free town centre weekend parking in May and June
Merthyr Tydfil town centre shops and businesses will also be receiving a shot in the arm this spring and early summer, courtesy of free weekend parking for customers. The County Borough Council and Bi… Content last updated: 20 April 2021
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Residents agree plans to install average speed cameras
Following two rounds of consultation, residents of Merthyr Vale and Mount Pleasant have agreed on the installation of average speed cameras on the section of the A4054 Cardiff Road that runs through t… Content last updated: 27 May 2021
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Council congratulates Big Heart on prestigious award
The County Borough Council has congratulated the Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil on being named one of the best business-led town centre partnerships in the UK. The Merthyr Tydfil Business Improvement Dis… Content last updated: 27 May 2021
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Consultation on plans to improve town centre section of Taff Trail
The County Borough Council is consulting residents on plans to improve the safety of and environment for pedestrians and cyclists using a busy town centre section of the Taff Trail. The proposal is to… Content last updated: 14 June 2021
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Consultation on plans to improve pedestrian provision in the town centre
The County Borough Council is consulting residents and businesses on plans to create a better environment within the town centre by making improvements to the existing crossing on Victoria Street. The… Content last updated: 18 January 2022
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Council congratulates Stephens and George Trust on ‘grand slam’ of top awards
The Council offer our congratulations to Merthyr Tydfil’s Stephens and George Centenary Charitable Trust for its grand slam of prestigious awards this summer. Hot on the heels of picking up the Queen'… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Christmas lights switch-on virtual due to Covid-19 uncertainty
The continuing uncertainty caused by the pandemic means that Merthyr Tydfil’s Christmas lights will have a ‘virtual’ switch-on for the second year in a row. With Covid-19 infections still at a high ra… Content last updated: 22 October 2021