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Corporate Self-Assessment
We continually review our performance throughout the year. Our self-evaluation challenges services to look at: What difference they are making How well they are delivering services, and How effective… Content last updated: 28 July 2025
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Council Tax Reduction
If you are already claiming Council Tax Reduction you must tell us about any changes. To advise us of a change then please visit tell us about a change If you disagree with a decision You need to appe… Content last updated: 29 September 2025
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Delta COVID-19 variant – Goetre School, Merthyr Tydfil
Concerns of potential cases of the Delta variant at Goetre School in Merthyr Tydfil have meant that, for precautionary measures, the school will remain closed until Monday 14th June 2021. With this va… Content last updated: 04 June 2021
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Have your say on improving active travel
You may remember that earlier in the year we sought views on how cycling and walking provision in Merthyr Tydfil could be improved. The public engagement we carried out was very successful, more than… Content last updated: 16 September 2021
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The future of leisure and culture services in Merthyr Tydfil
Following the approval of a notice of motion - Leisure Services - at the 7 September 2022 full Council meeting, we are now seeking views on future services provision. The Council is engaging with memb… Content last updated: 21 October 2022
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Summer Reading Challenge 2023
📚🚀 Thank you to Goetre, Troedyrhiw, and Coed Y Dderwen schools who attended the literacy event in #MerthyrTydfil on 21 June paving the way for a brighter future through literacy.📖 The event marks t… Content last updated: 28 June 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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Report Fly-tipping
Fly-tipping is the illegal dumping of waste on any land, whether it is private or Council owned land. If you witness a fly-tipping in progress, please contact the Waste Enforcement Team on 01685 72500… Content last updated: 16 July 2024
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Managing your debts and budgeting
If you are having difficulties with your finances and need advice around budgeting there are several places to get support and advice from. For local support contact Citizens Advice who can provide yo… Content last updated: 04 January 2023
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Dangerous Structures
If after an inspection to assess the situation, the building or structure is considered to be imminently dangerous all reasonable steps are taken to contact the owner and if found they are given the o… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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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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Stolen Slabs
The theft of paving stones or flags and iron works like manhole covers and gully grates is a criminal offence. Not only does it have a financial impact on our resources it can create very dangerous co… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Counterfeit goods seized in Trading Standards operation
On the morning of Thursday 18th December 2025 Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards, assisted by Officers from South Wales Police, executed three search warrants on properties in Merthyr Tydfil in relation… Content last updated: 19 December 2025
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Request a Permanent Road Closure
A permanent road closure can be processed under two acts of Parliament: The Highways Act 1980 The Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Highway being unnecessary Under Section 116 of The Highways Act 1… Content last updated: 14 January 2026
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Local Land Charges Searches
IMPORTANT NOTICE Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council no longer provide a local land charges search service. You can access a new digital service through Portal, Business Gateway and on HM Land Regi… Content last updated: 11 February 2026
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Complaints Procedure, Comments and Customer Feedback
Making a Comment In order for us to maintain or improve the quality of our services, and, to assist in the planning of new services, we would value your compliments or comments. Fill in a Comment form… Content last updated: 25 March 2026
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Recite Me
Recite Me is innovative cloud-based software that lets visitors to our website view and use it in the way that works best for them. We have added the Recite Me web accessibility and language toolbar t… Content last updated: 02 April 2024
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Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP)
If you are getting Housing Benefit but are still finding it hard to pay your rent, you may be able to get extra help by applying for a Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs). If you are no longer claim… Content last updated: 04 June 2024
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Report Benefit Fraud
How can I report benefit fraud? Local Authority benefit fraud: If you believe someone is committing Council Tax Reduction fraud, and or Housing Benefit fraud, you can report it here, by clicking the… Content last updated: 19 June 2024