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Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council proud to receive bronze award for the prestigious One Planet Standard accreditation
The One Planet Standard recognises organisations who seek to respect earth’s natural boundaries and capacities by adjusting the impacts of their activities to a level matching with what the planet can… Content last updated: 22 July 2024
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Celebrating success as Merthyr Tydfil Youth Service Presented With National Silver Quality Mark for Youth Work
Merthyr Tydfil Youth Service has become the latest organisation to be formally recognised for the quality of their provision, receiving the highly acclaimed Quality Mark for Youth Work (QMYW) in Wales… Content last updated: 13 March 2025
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RSPCA Cymru appeal after three dead cats found in bag in Troedyrhiw
An appeal for information has been launched after three dead cats were found in a rucksack in Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil. A heavily pregnant mum and two kittens were found by a school pupil. The sad d… Content last updated: 17 April 2024
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Carers’ Rights Day: WLGA praises “crucial” unpaid carers as funding pressures threaten social care
On Carers Rights Day, Welsh councils are calling for urgent increases in funding to ensure councils can provide the necessary support for unpaid carers.Councils support carers through the provision of… Content last updated: 21 November 2024
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Pupils at Pantysgallog go digital with a new health and wellbeing app
Pupils at Pantysgallog primary school have been busy designing a new app called ‘miHealth’ which aims to support and promote health and wellbeing in their day-to-day lives. The initial vision for the… Content last updated: 03 August 2022
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We stand with Ukraine – statement from Leader Cllr Lisa Mytton
“We are united with both Central and Welsh Government’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and condemn the Russian leader for his aggression. I encourage all in the Chamber and county borough t… Content last updated: 10 May 2022
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Neighbourhood Learning Centre could become innovative accommodation for young people
The Council’s Neighbourhood Learning Centre at Gurnos could be turned into ‘a unique accommodation centre’ providing young residents with both housing and onsite training. The building has for 24 year… Content last updated: 11 May 2021
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Prince of Wales visits Merthyr Tydfil’s pandemic community hub at Dowlais Engine House
The Prince of Wales today visited a Merthyr Tydfil community centre that has played a key role in supporting local residents throughout the pandemic. HRH Prince Charles was at Dowlais Engine House to… Content last updated: 02 August 2022
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Council wins prestigious national award for work on bus interchange project
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has won a prestigious national award for its ‘collaborative working and shared vision’ on construction of the new bus interchange. The Council was presented with… Content last updated: 30 September 2021
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Relaunch of SETS grants to support tourism industry, sport and community groups
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has relaunched its grants programme to help social enterprises, community groups, tourism businesses and sports clubs pay for capital projects. The Social Enterpr… Content last updated: 13 May 2022
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Climate conscious pupils collaborate to create a mobile app called ‘Train 2 Sustain’
Before the end of the summer term, year 5 pupils from Ynysowen and Troedyrhiw primary schools worked together to create an apple store app with interactive advice on sustainable practices to tackle cl… Content last updated: 11 January 2023
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Go Team Astro! Caedraw zooms into First Place at F1 National Finals
A small but mighty team from Caedraw Primary School made the long journey to Birmingham to compete in the F1 in Schools UK National Finals. Held at the NEC, the Autosport Show hosts the Formula 1 in S… Content last updated: 30 January 2023
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Merthyr Tydfil takes 1st place in UK Councils most accessible website
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council proudly wears the gold ribbon for yet another month in the Silktide Accessibility Index, and being recognised as the most accessible Council website in the UK. Si… Content last updated: 27 February 2023
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Shared Prosperity Fund grants for businesses, sports clubs and community groups opens
Merthyr Tydfil’s businesses, social enterprises, community groups and sports clubs will soon be able to apply for up to £20,000 grant funding. Applications to the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fun… Content last updated: 15 June 2023
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Council awarded funding to tackle the sticky issue of chewing gum.
A £25,000 grant from Keep Britain Tidy’s Chewing Gum Task Force will help Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council clean up gum around Merthyr Tydfil. The Council is one of 56 across the UK that have su… Content last updated: 19 July 2023
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Parc Taf Bargoed awarded Green Flag status for the 12th consecutive year.
Keep Wales Tidy recently announced that Parc Taf Bargoed has again been awarded Green Flag status – its 12th consecutive year since it was originally given the prestigious award in 2011. It is joined… Content last updated: 27 November 2023
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Community Food Pantry receives £5,000 grant to help residents in need this Christmas
Gellideg Foundation is one of ten foodbanks or pantries within the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough that was awarded a cost-of-living support payment for the sum of £5,000. The local authority grant wi… Content last updated: 22 December 2023
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Two Tone Vapes Ltd prosecuted for selling a vape to a 15 year old girl
The Trading Standards Service at Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council recently prevented the sale of age restricted goods to a child. There is currently considerable concern over young people accessi… Content last updated: 26 January 2024
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Green Garden Waste Collections to start from 1 April
Recycle your grass and other green garden waste with us every fortnight for FREE! Collections start from 1 April, 2024. Order your FREE green garden recycling bags here Request a new or replacement Bi… Content last updated: 22 March 2024
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Noson Lawen showcases Welsh Language and cultural talents from across the Borough!
We are excited to share the news about the third Noson Lawen, another great event in partnership with our schools across Merthyr Tydfil, which was held on the evening of Thursday 21st March 2024. This… Content last updated: 22 March 2024