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Carmarthenshire County Council to introduce one hour of free parking to all Council owned car parks to support town centres, local services and the local economy

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet has agreed changes to off street parking charges at its meeting on Monday 7 September 2026, to include one hour of free parking

Article published on 07/09/2026

Council’s Cabinet approves revised School Transport Policy

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved changes to the county’s School Transport Policy at its meeting

Article published on 07/09/2026

New Separated Recycling service to roll out across parts of Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire County Council will introduce a new Separated Recycling collections service in mid-late autumn 2026.

Article published on 02/09/2026

Carmarthenshire expands Welsh Government funded childcare offer for all two year olds

Carmarthenshire County Council will introduce the next phase of the Welsh Government funded childcare expansion programme from 7 September 2026

Article published on 26/08/2026

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Atriwm transformation moves forward behind the scaffolding

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. Led by Carmarthenshire County Council, Atriwm is delivered in partnership with Hywel Dda Un ...

24/08/2026

Changes to recycling and waste collections in Carmarthenshire over the Summer Bank Holiday

Carmarthenshire County Council is reminding residents to check their recycling and waste collection dates ahead of the Summer Bank Holiday on Monday 31 August. All collections will take place one day later than usual. Here’s when your bins will be collected: Normal collection day Revised co ...

17/08/2026

New funding to help tackle chewing gum litter across Carmarthenshire

Carmarthenshire County Council (CCC) has secured a grant from the Chewing Gum Task Force, administered by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, to help remove chewing gum from local streets and reduce gum littering across the county. The Council has been awarded £27,500 to support the removal of ...

07/09/2026

Sold-out half marathon showcases the Tywi Valley Path

Runners from across South Wales gathered in Carmarthenshire on Sunday, August 16, for the first-ever sold-out Tywi Valley Path Half Marathon, organised by Carmarthenshire County Council's Actif Sport & Leisure Team. The event attracted runners of all abilities, from experienced athletes chasing ...

03/09/2026

Estyn highlights strengths in Carmarthenshire's Welsh language immersion provision

An Estyn inspection of Welsh language immersion arrangements in Carmarthenshire has highlighted strong strategic leadership, effective teaching and successful support for pupils developing their Welsh language skills. The report recognises the significant expansion of immersion provision across the ...

28/08/2026