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Closure of a section of Vaynor Road for landslip prevention works
From Monday 4th September the section of Vaynor Road between the Aberglais Inn and Dol-Y-Coed House will be closed for approximately seven months. Over the past three years the Council has been workin… Content last updated: 22 August 2023
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Reports of licensed taxi overcharging passengers
The Council’s Licensing Department have become aware of concerns raised on social media in relation to licensed taxis overcharging passengers. Councillor Michelle Symonds, portfolio member for Regener… Content last updated: 08 December 2023
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Town Centre Wardens initiative improves local church grounds
St David's Church was grateful to receive support to revitalise their yard and garden area recently, with the help of Merthyr Tydfil CBC Town Centre Wardens and members of the community. Whilst patrol… Content last updated: 12 December 2023
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Business Education Together Partnership Launch Event this January!
The Business Education Together Partnership is gathering pace in Merthyr Tydfil with the aim of raising the aspirations of our children and young people. We know that it is only through collaboration… Content last updated: 04 July 2024
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Welsh Music Day celebrated across Merthyr Tydfil
‘Merthyr Forever’, our song written especially for the Borough, rang out across our social media channels on Friday February 9th. We really did 'join together as one’ for Welsh Music Day, as it was ce… Content last updated: 14 February 2024
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New Haystack Café set to open in Merthyr Tydfil
The Haystack Café, a Welsh farm-style café and coffee shop, is set to open its second venue in Merthyr Tydfil and will be based within the former Howfields Bakery building on the High Street. The owne… Content last updated: 21 February 2024
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Rogue Trader who ripped off a Merthyr Tydfil resident is fined
A rogue trader who conned a customer out of over £18,000 has pleaded guilty to Trading Standards offences at Merthyr Magistrates Court. Elegant Driveways and Landscaping Ltd. of Hazell Drive, Newport,… Content last updated: 08 October 2024
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Statement from the Leader of the Council on Stroke Services at Prince Charles Hospital
As of the 8th of January 2025, expert staff and services for those requiring emergency treatment and care for a stroke, will be based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital (RGH) at Llantrisant.The Health Bo… Content last updated: 07 January 2025
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Merthyr Tydfil to receive £20 million investment though the Plan for Neighbourhoods funding
Alex Norris MP, Minister for Local Growth and Building Safety, announced this week an extra £1.5bn in investment for 75 communities across the UK, with Merthyr Tydfil being one of the chosen towns. A… Content last updated: 10 March 2025
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Local Pupils Take Centre Stage to Tackle Inclusion in Sport
In a display of passion and conviction, pupils from Abercanaid, Troedyrhiw, Bedlinog, and Trelewis gathered at the Civic Centre on Thursday, 10th July, to debate one of the most pressing issues in the… Content last updated: 10 July 2025
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Special procedures: acupuncture, electrolysis, body piercing and tattooing
By law, you must be licensed to carry out: acupuncture tattooing ear piercing electrolysis Every practitioner must have their own special procedure licence which will confirm the procedure(s) they a… Content last updated: 23 January 2025
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About Cwm Taf Morgannwg Regional Housing Support Collaborative Group
The role of Regional Housing Support Collaborative Group with the Housing Support Grant programme: Regional Housing Support Collaborative Groups (RHSCG’s) make recommendations to the Welsh Government… Content last updated: 03 June 2024
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Older People's Commissioner Completed Comprehensive Week-Long Engagement in Merthyr Tydfil
Rhian Bowen-Davies, the Older People's Commissioner for Wales, successfully concluded a week-long community visit to Merthyr Tydfil, focusing on connecting with local residents and understanding their… Content last updated: 01 December 2025
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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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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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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
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Work to start on Neighbourhood Learning Centre’s innovative makeover
Work is about to begin on transforming the Council’s Neighbourhood Learning Centre at Gurnos into an innovative training and accommodation centre for the county borough’s young residents. The building… Content last updated: 03 February 2022
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Eisteddfod Clwstwr showcases Welsh talent in the County Borough
Today, pupils from across Merthyr Tydfil will show off their creative talents in the Eisteddfod Clwstwr, an online event showcasing Welsh language talents. Young people will play instruments, act, dan… Content last updated: 04 January 2023