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Re-launch of the SETS Capital Grant to support tourism industry, sport and community groups
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has re-launched its grants programme to help social enterprises, community groups, tourism businesses and sports clubs pay for capital projects. The Social Enterp… Content last updated: 11 August 2023
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Ysgol Y Graig Primary School is officially opened by actor Steve Speirs
Whilst the state-of-the-art school, built on the former Vaynor & Penderyn School Site in Cefn Coed, opened its doors to learners in September 2021, the site was officially opened today by actor an… Content last updated: 07 September 2023
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200 new homes coming to Merthyr Tydfil
A Cardiff Capital Region City Deal (CCR) housing investment fund is bringing 200 much-needed new homes to the Abercanaid area of Merthyr Tydfil. The £35m Housing Viability Gap Fund was launched in 202… Content last updated: 10 October 2023
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Local convenience store fined over £10,000 for out of date food sales
The company running a local convenience store has been convicted of selling out of date food products following an inspection carried out by Environmental Health Officers from Merthyr Tydfil County Bo… Content last updated: 06 December 2023
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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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Merthyr Tydfil has been awarded a record number of Green Flags for council and community-run parks and gardens
A total of 20 green spaces - Cyfarthfa Park, Taff Bargoed Park, Thomastown Park and Aberfan Cemetery, achieving the full award - along with 16 community projects have gained or retained the prestigiou… Content last updated: 16 July 2024
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Greenfield Special School has developed a new Wellbeing App
Pupils in Greenfield Special School have been working with a company called Value Added Education for the last 3 months to design an app focused on improving wellbeing and reducing stress. The past 3… Content last updated: 18 July 2024
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The day-time clubbing event from Vicky McClure, Jonny Owen and Reverend & The Makers is returning to Merthyr Tydfil on Saturday 28th June 2025 for a Summer Party Celebration at Penderyn Square.
Because life’s too short to save the dancing for after dark. Get ready for an unforgettable day as DAY FEVER, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, and Arena Projects join forces to bring you the ult… Content last updated: 11 April 2025
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Councillor Paula Layton appointed Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil 2025/2026
Councillor Paula Layton was elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil at the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th May 2025, taking over from the immediate past Mayor, Councillor John Thomas, as Fi… Content last updated: 15 May 2025
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Deputy Head Teacher wins Lifetime Achievement Award for transformative work
Greenfield Special School’s Deputy Head Teacher, Carol Conway, has been recognised with a Silver Award for Lifetime Achievement in this year's Pearson National Teaching Awards. Chosen from thousands o… Content last updated: 18 June 2025
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Merthyr Tydfil Celebrates Boxing Legend Eddie Thomas with Centenary Exhibition
The Merthyr Central Library invites residents and boxing enthusiasts to explore an extraordinary exhibition honouring local boxing hero, Eddie Thomas throughout September, commemorating what would hav… Content last updated: 11 September 2025
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First Minister Celebrates Universal access to Flying Start
The First Minister of Wales, Eluned Morgan MS, visited the Integrated Children's Centre (ICC) today to commemorate a groundbreaking achievement in early childhood education and care. The visit marked… Content last updated: 17 September 2025
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Enforcement
Highway Network Management Plan The primary object of the Plan is to set out a policy in relation to all highways maintenance activities that are undertaken and to provide a written text of reference… Content last updated: 31 October 2019
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Cycling
National Standards Cycling Scheme The Merthyr Tydfil Road Safety section is currently offering all Primary schools in the County Borough the chance for their year 6 children to do a National Standards… Content last updated: 17 January 2023
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Hackney Carriage Vehicle (Taxi) licence
All vehicles with 8 passenger seats or less used for the transportation of fee paying passengers must be licensed. Hackney Carriage vehicles can be hired from a taxi rank, hailed at the roadside or p… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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Private Hire Operators Licence
Private Hire vehicles and drivers may only be despatched by a licensed Private Hire Operator. A person or limited company can apply for an operator’s licence to operate from a premises within the bor… Content last updated: 03 May 2022
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Private Hire Vehicle Licence
All vehicles with 8 passenger seats or less used for the transportation of fee-paying passengers must be licensed. Private Hire vehicles cannot be hailed at the roadside or use a taxi rank. All priv… Content last updated: 16 January 2023
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About The Current Mayor
Councillor Paula Layton appointed Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil 2025/2026 Councillor Paula Layton was elected Mayor of Merthyr Tydfil at the Council’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 14th May 2025, tak… Content last updated: 12 September 2025
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Car Parking Charges
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is responsible for several Car Parks conveniently positioned around the Town Centre which include disabled bays. You can find the location of our Car Parks by usi… Content last updated: 16 April 2025