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Don’t Feed the Rats your Food Waste
05 Mar 2026
Over the last few weeks there has been a significant rise in reports of rat sightings and infestations across our County Borough. Rats are known carriers of various diseases that can pose serious heal…
Next steps for Wales’ Marmot Nation announced
04 Mar 2026
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is one of five local authority areas to receive funding to become a trailblazer for the ‘Marmot Nation’ ambition, announced at a Health Equity Summit in Cardiff (…
On 12 February 2026, the Council proudly scooped the Sustainability in Action Award, demonstrating their passionate commitment to a cleaner, greener future for our communities. The Assessment Services…
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start – and that starts with food. That’s why Merthyr Tydfil CBC is partnering with Wales Recycles to help households supercharge their spring meals. With a few…
“Today, Councillor Declan Sammon has stepped down from his role as Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Transformation, Governance & Social Partnership. “I would like to take…
A group of local schools has joined forces to launch an exciting new initiative called "5 Ways to Health and Well-Being," designed to equip students with the knowledge they need to thrive, both mental…
Budget Statement following Full Council Meeting
23 Feb 2026
At tonight’s Full Council meeting elected members approved the Council’s budget for 2026/27. Councillors voted to prioritise school budgets, protect vital children and adult’s social care, and strengt…
MTCBC Budget 2026/27
19 Feb 2026
The Council’s 2026/27 budget proposal will go to Cabinet and Full Council on Monday 23rd February 2026. Next year’s annual budget of £183.69m has been considered using information gathered from reside…
Litter found on 99% of main roads in Wales
19 Feb 2026
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is urging motorists to ‘drive your litter home’ as new data reveals that litter is present on nearly every main road in Wales. Surveys carried out by Keep Wales T…
Dear Chair and Chief Executive, Re: Concerns Regarding Proposed Changes to Specialist Palliative Care Provision in Merthyr and Cynon Further to our discussions earlier, and on behalf of councillors fr…