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Illegal dog breeders ordered to pay over £129,000 following Carmarthenshire Council investigation

Four individuals from Mynyddygarreg, Kidwelly, have been ordered to pay a total of £129,873.41 following a successful prosecution brought by Carmarthenshire County Council for illegal dog breeding. At Swansea Crown Court on 10 March 2026, before His Honour Judge Thomas KC, defendants Stacey May June ...

20/03/2026

Foster Care Fortnight 2026 – This is Fostering

Across Carmarthenshire and Wales, hundreds of foster carers open their homes to provide love, stability, and care to children and young people who are unable to live with their birth families. However, more foster carers are urgently needed locally to ensure that every child can be matched with the ...

23/04/2026

Changes to bin collections in Carmarthenshire over the May bank holiday

Carmarthenshire County Council is reminding residents to check their recycling and waste collection dates ahead of the May bank holiday on Monday 4 May. All collections will take place one day later than usual next week. Here’s when your bins will be collected: Normal collection day Revised co ...

20/04/2026

Exciting and free Easter activities in Carmarthenshire for families

Families across Carmarthenshire can look forward to a fantastic Easter season filled with free and budget-friendly events, markets, and family-friendly activities. Easter egg hunts, enchanting Easter trails and vibrant farmers' markets are on offer throughout Carmarthenshire, with something for all ...

30/03/2026

Carmarthenshire joins World Health Organization’s Global Network of Age Friendly Cities and Communities

Carmarthenshire has joined the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Network of Age Friendly Cities and Communities, with local organisations joining together and highlighting their commitment to supporting older people to live well, remain independent, and stay connected. Building on the progres ...

20/03/2026