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Half term fun across Carmarthenshire
Families across Carmarthenshire can enjoy a packed October half term, with family-friendly events and activities taking place across the county.
Article published on 20/10/2026
Parents in Adoption Mid and West Wales urge more families to consider adoption
This National Adoption Week, the National Adoption Service for Wales is asking more people across Wales to consider adoption when planning their families.
Article published on 20/10/2026
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Trading Standards reminds retailers of upcoming changes to tobacco and vaping laws
Carmarthenshire County Council's Trading Standards Service is reminding retailers of important changes coming into force on 29 October 2026 under the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026, ahead of the introduction of the UK's smoke-free generation legislation in January 2027. From 29 October 2026, the age of ...
20/10/2026
Atriwm Traffic management on St Catherine’s Street, Carmarthen to be extended until 21 December 2026
Work is progressing on the landmark Atriwm redevelopment in Carmarthen town centre, as the former Debenhams building is transformed into a new multi-purpose destination for residents, businesses and visitors. To enable this progress to continue at pace, the traffic management on St Catherine’s Stree ...
20/10/2026
Council continues efforts to tackle litter and fly-tipping
Carmarthenshire County Council is continuing to work with communities to help keep local areas clean, safe and welcoming through targeted clean-up operations supported by enforcement officers. The initiative focuses on town centres, rear lanes and other areas where littering, fly-tipping and environ ...
12/10/2026
Council approves discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim
Carmarthenshire County Council has approved the discontinuation of Ysgol Meidrim at its meeting held on Wednesday 14 October 2026. The closure will come into effect on 31 December 2026. From 1 January 2027, current Ysgol Meidrim pupils will be transferred to Ysgol Hafodwenog or Ysgol Griffith Jones, ...
15/10/2026
Council approves discontinuation of Ysgol Y Fro
Carmarthenshire County Council has approved the discontinuation of Ysgol Y Fro at its meeting held on Wednesday 14 October 2026. The closure will come into effect on 31 December 2026. From 1 January 2027, Ysgol Y Fro pupils would have been transferred Ysgol Y Dderwen, subject to parental preference ...
15/10/2026
