Nominate your local sporting hero in special Actif Carmarthenshire Sports Awards
The search is on for Carmarthenshire’s sporting heroes - not just those that have achieved success in their field, but those that go the...
Council prosecutes Llandysul man over ‘horrific’ case of horse neglect
A Llandysul man with a life-time ban from keeping horses has been convicted of horse neglect so bad that a long-standing vet described it...
Carmarthenshire supports Afghan refugee resettlement programme
Carmarthenshire County Council has settled three families from Afghanistan as part of a UK-wide scheme.
The families, 15 individuals, have been given refuge and are...
August Bank Holiday bin collections
Householders in Carmarthenshire are being reminded that there are changes to bin collections over the August Bank Holiday.
From Monday, August 30 until Friday, September...
Kindness in the workplace
A new guide and toolkit has been launched to support local employers, staff, groups and organisations to embed kindness in the workplace.
As part of...
Council announces extensive road resurfacing works
£2.2million is being invested in Carmarthenshire roads over the next few months, Carmarthenshire County Council has announced.
Over 50 sections of road will be resurfaced...
Motorbikers urged to stay safe
Motorbikers are being reminded to ride safely as part of a new campaign by Carmarthenshire County Council’s road safety team.
Yellow ‘Ride Safely’ signs have...
New app leads explorers on a trail around improved Llyn Llech...
A new augmented reality explorer trail has been launched for families to enjoy a new experience at Carmarthenshire’s Llyn Llech Owain Country Park.
The trail...
100% Sir Gâr pop-up shop moves to Pembrey Country Park
Local businesses taking advantage of a pop-up shop in Carmarthen’s St Catherine’s Walk have been selling out of stock because of demand.
Carmarthenshire County Council’s...
New 20mph speed limit is being introduced in large area of...
A new 20mph speed limit is being introduced in a large area of Llanelli as part of a Welsh Government rollout to reduce the...
Carmarthenshire fostering team join forces to become part of Foster Wales
Carmarthenshire County Council’s fostering service has joined forces with other Welsh local authorities to become ‘Foster Wales’ - a combined national effort to increase...
Carmarthen’s Orial Myrddin open its doors as it celebrates 30 years
Carmarthen’s Oriel Myrddin Gallery is celebrating 30 years by holding its very first open exhibition.
Artist from across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire are being invited...
Council looks for partner to help transform Tyisha
Carmarthenshire County Council’s scrutiny committee has today considered the next exciting step in transforming the Tyisha area of Llanelli.
Following scrutiny, the early market engagement...
Carmarthenshire students congratulated on A / AS level results
Students across Carmarthenshire are celebrating their A and AS level results.
Carmarthenshire County Council is congratulating learners for all their hard work and commitment in...
Self-isolation support payments
If you have been contacted by NHS Wales Test, Trace, protect service (TTP) and been told to self-isolate, you may be entitled to financial support.
If you...
Carmarthenshire businesses offered retail spot amongst national chains
Small local businesses are being given the opportunity to display and sell their goods amongst big high street chains as part of Carmarthenshire County...
Tour of Britain returns to Carmarthenshire with exciting time trial event
Carmarthenshire is to host the Tour of Britain, a major road cycling race, for the third time.
An exciting team time trial will take place...
Tyisha welcomes new Neighbourhood Watch schemes
Three new Neighbourhood Watch schemes have recently been introduced to areas of Tyisha with support from Carmarthenshire County Council.
The Neighbourhood Watch schemes are now...
Children become ‘Wild World Heroes’ in Summer Reading Challenge
Bookworms across Carmarthenshire are being challenged to enjoy stories and help save the world over the school summer holidays.
Carmarthenshire libraries take part in the...
Free open day to showcase improved Newcastle Emlyn Leisure Centre
Residents living in and around Newcastle Emlyn are being offered the chance to try out new and improved facilities at their local leisure centre...
Immediate response following WRW Construction administration news
Carmarthenshire County Council has taken immediate action following news that Llanelli-based firm WRW Construction is going into administration.
Company directors have notified the council that...
Economic Resilience Fund
The Welsh Government is making a further package of business support available through the Economic Resilience Fund (ERF).
The ERF will provide support in the...
Report illegal sale of underage products to Crimestoppers
Residents and businesses across Wales who think that someone has purchased or sold age restricted products to an underaged person can now report is...
Dedicated officers to support tourist hotspot areas
Carmarthenshire County Council officers are working alongside businesses and communities in tourism hotspot areas as they welcome back visitors into the county.
The council is...
New plan will shape the future of Welsh medium education for...
A new plan is being drafted which will shape the future of Welsh medium education in Carmarthenshire for the next 10 years to the...
Further funding for Bwcabus
Bwcabus will continue operating after Carmarthenshire County Council secured funding for the next two years.
The award-winning bus service first began operating in the Newcastle...
Reservoir works planned for Furnace Pond
Improvement works are due to start at the end of the summer at Furnace Pond in Llanelli.
The Trebeddrod reservoir embankment at the popular beauty...
Plans for Carmarthenshire’s economic recovery and growth
Carmarthenshire County Council’s Executive Board has agreed an ambitious Covid-19 economic recovery plan which aims to safeguard and create jobs, support businesses and bolster...
From Llanelli to Lesotho – Carmarthenshire pupils step up to the...
Pupils at 10 Carmarthenshire primary schools have completed a virtual walk from Llanelli to Thaba Tseka in Lesotho, as part of the ‘Walk the...
Pollinators protected during annual grass verge cuts
Carmarthenshire County Council highways crews are starting their annual roadside grass cutting operations this week, but not every verge will be fully cut.
As part...
Further £48,000 for foodbanks
Carmarthenshire County Council has pledged a further £48,000 for foodbanks in Carmarthenshire.
This is in addition to £112,000 of food already distributed by the council...
Pontyberem Covid-19 cluster
A small cluster of Covid-19 cases has been identified in the Pontyberem area. At present there are 18 cases (correct as at 09/06/21) which...
Pendine time capsule
If you have a special connection with Pendine, either as a resident, a business owner, a regular visitor or someone who has roots there,...
Ffwrnes Theatre set to re-open
Llanelli’s Ffwrnes Theatre is one of the first Welsh venues to unveil its re-opening plans, with audiences being welcomed back into the building later...
Free use of leisure centres, online and community activity for over...
Residents in Carmarthenshire who are aged 60 or over are being treated to two months free use of council leisure centres, online and community...
Senedd Cymru and Police and Crime Commissioner elections -May 6, 2021
Residents across Carmarthenshire go to the polls on Thursday May 6 to cast their votes in the Senedd Cymru and Police and Crime Commissioner...
Carmarthenshire Council will still get a Cheapskate Award even after fee...
A council increased its care home fees on the day it was named and shamed as one of the worst payers in Wales, it’s...
Please do all you can to keep Covid-19 cases low
People in Carmarthenshire are being urged to continue taking extra care in the fight against Coronavirus as Wales prepares for further easing of restrictions.
Welsh...
Council supporting World Earth Week
Carmarthenshire County Council is once again supporting World Earth Week.
Banners designed by school children are being displayed at County Hall in Carmarthen and Llanelli...
Carmarthenshire County Council: Testing team, Trace, Defence
Our Testing team, Trace, Defence will contact residents who have had Covid-19 over the phone to invite them to take part in a survey.
The...
Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin: Tîm profi, Trace, Amddiffyn
Bydd ein tîm Profi, Olrhain, Amddiffyn yn cysylltu â phreswylwyr sydd wedi cael Covid-19 dros y ffôn i’w gwahodd i gymryd rhan mewn arolwg.
Mae'r...
Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin: Cyfraddau Trosglwyddo Isel mewn Ysgolion
Mae ymchwil yn dangos bod cyfraddau trosglwyddo mewn ysgolion yn isel iawn a bod hyn yn fwy tebygol o ddigwydd mewn aelwydydd neu drwy...
Carmarthenshire County Council: Low Transmission Rates in Schools
Research shows that transmission rates in schools is very low and it is more likely in households or by mixing in the community.
Please do...
Youth Support Service recognised
Carmarthenshire County Council’s Youth Support Service has been awarded the National Participation Charter for Children and Young People.
The service which supports young people aged...
Survey to understand impact of Covid-19 on residents
Carmarthenshire’s Test, Trace, Protect team are carrying out a survey to understand the impact Covid-19 has had on Carmarthenshire residents.
The team wants to gather...
Chair’s charity swim
The Chair of Carmarthenshire County Council has fulfilled his promise to do a seaside swim to raise money for his two charities.
Cllr Ieuan Davies...
Plumber fined after bathroom materials found dumped
A Ferryside plumber is almost £1,000 out of pocket after waste material from a bathroom refurbishment was illegally dumped at the gates of a...
Carmarthenshire County Council Graduate Programme
We have an exciting opportunity for seven graduates to join our communities team
Our two-year graduate programme is designed to offer development opportunities which will...
Vaccinations
We continue to support Hywel Dda University Health Board and the Welsh Government with its roll out of the vaccine programme
Vaccinations are now well...
Carmarthenshire County Council: How will you vote at the Elections in...
If you aren't able to cast your vote in person, you can ask someone you trust to cast your vote for you.
To apply for...