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Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is pleased to announce the rollout of the Welsh Government's (WG) expansion of Free School Meals for secondary school pupils in households receiving Universal Cre…
A Merthyr Tydfil town centre business has been handed a closure order after repeated sales of illicit tobacco and vaping products. On 10th September 2026, DJ Mini Market, High Street, Merthyr Tydfil,…
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is encouraging residents to make the most of their recycling services during Recycle Week and help the county borough move closer to Welsh Government recycling ta…
Aberfan 60 – The Days After
12 Sep 2026
New Exhibition Marks 60 Years Since the Aberfan Disaster. Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery will host a major new exhibition commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster, featuri…
During September-December 2026, Merthyr Tydfil CBC has allocated an estimate of £350K towards our Road Improvement Programme. A list of the proposed projects during this quarter can be found below. Pr…
Wales’ first dedicated floral art festival launches this October A brand-new floral festival is set to make history in Wales this autumn. Rooted in Wales Flower Festival 2026: A Celebration of Sust…
This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Aberfan Disaster The 21st October will forever be etched upon the hearts of the people of Merthyr Tydfil. A day when 144 people – including 116 children – t…
Today we return to our Secondary Schools across Merthyr Tydfil, where there are nerves and excitement in the corridors from the students who are celebrating their GCSE results and deciding their next…
Help Protect the People Behind the Service
19 Aug 2026
Please never place syringes or other sharps in recycling bags. Every day, our waste and recycling crews work hard to keep Merthyr Tydfil clean and tidy. Behind every collection vehicle is a person who…
Merthyr Tydfil Together Partnership Success
17 Aug 2026
In summer 2025 South Wales Police launched Merthyr Tydfil Together, a partnership initiative between the police, Council and other local partners to combat anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the town cent…