It comes after six people died, including an eight-year-old boy, as a result of unsafe graves.
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Carys Betteley
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Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council
Due to the death of a candidate, the election in one ward was postponed until 8 June and the three seats in this ward will remain vacant. Until then, independents have a majority.
Election 2017 Results
| Party | Seats 2012 | Seats 2017 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
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PartyIndependent |
Seats 20127 | Seats 201716 | Change+9 |
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PartyLabour |
Seats 201222 | Seats 201714 | Change−8 |
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PartyUKIP |
Seats 20121 | Seats 2017- | Change−1 |
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Latest Updates
Rachel Flint
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Tougher action is planned as few are caught for a crime which costs councils millions of pounds.
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A report says the services are on the "cusp of becoming unsustainable".
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Divers have been used to fix the floor tiles in the past but they will be drained for repairs.
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Civic leaders blame uncertainty over Brexit, future funding and growing demand for core services.
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Merthyr Tydfil has been hit by financial problems and a break-down in relations.
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The Grade II-listed building in Merthyr Tydfil has been empty since 2006 but now has new owners.
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A beauty spot near Merthyr Tydfil is in line for help, to restore habitats and clean up lakes and rivers.
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Kate Allsop was unveiled by Nigel Farage less than a week after starting work with Merthyr Tydfil.
Read moreA trouble-shooter is being sent in after a breakdown in relations at the top of the authority.
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