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Bus interchange wins Wales’s top building award

Merthyr Tydfil’s new bus interchange has picked up its fifth prestigious award in the space of a year, this time being named the best building project in Wales 2022. The £13m bus station was announced… Content last updated: 05 July 2022

Would-be drivers queue to try a bus

A driver recruitment day held by Stagecoach in Merthyr Tydfil last weekend was a resounding success, with more than 20 potential employees turning up. The company’s 'try a bus' event at the College Me… Content last updated: 14 October 2022

Long Term Plan for Towns

In September 2023, the UK Government launched its 'Long-Term Plan for Towns', supporting 55 UK towns across the UK including four in Wales, as part of the Levelling-Up programme.  Merthyr Tydfil has b… Content last updated: 29 May 2024

Britain’s Got Talent star unveils latest art project celebrating local authority foster carers across Wales

Welsh artist Nathan Wyburn wants to shine a light on the work Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council’s foster carers do, as Redhouse Cymru will also light up in orange this Foster Care Fortnight. While… Content last updated: 21 January 2022

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

Statement by Councillor Geraint Thomas, Leader of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council regarding Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre

Statement by Councillor Geraint Thomas, Leader of Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council regarding Aberfan & Merthyr Vale Community Centre: “I am appalled that someone would put signs up spreading… Content last updated: 08 March 2024

Disability Confident Scheme

What is it? Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council runs a Disability Confident Scheme, offering an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum selection cr… Content last updated: 18 June 2025

Flying Start Childcare

All children living in Merthyr Tydfil  are entitled to a funded childcare place from the term following their 2nd birthday up until the term of their 3rd birthday. Regular part-time attendance at high… Content last updated: 18 June 2025

High Voltage Advances with EV Chargers for the County Borough

The Council are speeding up the growth of Electric Vehicle charging network points across Merthyr Tydfil to facilitate the growth of electric vehicles, supporting their commitment to becoming a Net Ze… Content last updated: 24 June 2022

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School Budget Forum

Section 47A of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998, as amended by the Education Act 2002, required all Councils to establish a Schools Forum. In accordance with the Schools Forums (Wales) Regu… Content last updated: 10 June 2025

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WARNING: Fake Labubu dolls could put children at risk

Merthyr Tydfil Trading Standards is urging parents and carers to be cautious of counterfeit Labubu dolls being sold online and in local shops. These fakes may: Lack safety testing Contain small parts… Content last updated: 01 August 2025