100% Sir Gâr Christmas pop-up shops return this December
Small local businesses will once again have the chance to shine on the high street this December, as Carmarthenshire County Council brings festive 100%...
Carmarthenshire’s Animal Health Team visit premises in Pontyberem area following the...
Following the identification of highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry in the Pontyberem area, Welsh Government has declared a 3km Avian Influenza Protection Zone...
Tesco customers can spread festive joy by gifting toys this Christmas.
Tesco customers in Llanelli have the opportunity to give new toys to local children who need it the most this Christmas.
From today until the...
Carmarthenshire County Council among top Welsh employers to receive Armed Forces...
Carmarthenshire County Council has been recognised as one of twelve Welsh employers to receive the Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a ceremony...
New energy plans unveiled for South West Wales
Ambitious new local energy plans for Swansea, Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot and Pembrokeshire have been unveiled.
The plans set out how each of the four...
Carmarthenshire County Council reinforces campaign to tackle fast food littering
Carmarthenshire County Council is reinforcing its public awareness campaign under the Caru Sir Gâr project, called ‘Save £125 – bin it, don’t risk it!’...
Have your say on the future of Carmarthenshire’s towns
Carmarthenshire County Council is launching a public consultation on placemaking plans for its three Primary Towns Ammanford, Carmarthen, and Llanelli, and is inviting residents, businesses, and visitors...
Pembrey Country Park Celebrates a Successful Summer of Events
Pembrey Country Park has enjoyed a vibrant and successful summer season, hosting a wide range of events delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council as well as numerous...
Carmarthenshire’s outdoor markets – weekly town markets and monthly Green Top...
Carmarthenshire’s outdoor markets bring colour, flavour and character to the county’s three largest towns every week – Llanelli on Thursdays, Ammanford on Fridays and Carmarthen...
Carmarthenshire residents invited to have their say on their County Council’s...
Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking the views of its residents on several key areas to understand how they feel about the Council’s performance and...
New Mural Fund launched to brighten Carmarthenshire’s town centres
Carmarthenshire County Council has launched a new Mural Fund to help bring bold and inspiring public art to town centres that enhances the visual...
New inclusive wheelchair sports hub launches at St Clears Leisure Centre
A brand-new wheelchair sports hub has launched at St Clears Leisure Centre as part of Actif’s Focus Sport Programme, offering inclusive, fun, and engaging...
Council launches service to enhance homes and estates
Carmarthenshire County Council has launched Tim Tacluso Tai, a new maintenance and cleansing service which focuses on enhancing Council owned homes and estates.
Tim Tacluso Tai...
Get ready for an unforgettable Summer in Carmarthenshire’s town centres!
Thanks to the support of Carmarthenshire County Council and funding from the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF), Carmarthenshire’s town centres –...
Carmarthenshire gears up for a Summer of family fun as school...
As schools prepare to break up for the summer, Carmarthenshire County Council is supporting families with a vibrant programme of events, activities, and entertainment...
Green flags flying at Carmarthenshire parks following award success
Three Carmarthenshire County Council-run parks have been officially recognised as some of the best green spaces in Wales.
Llyn Llech Owain Country Park, Mynydd Mawr...
Smashing Boundaries: celebrating Carmarthenshire’s women in sports
Smashing Boundaries, an exhibition supported by Carmarthenshire County Council, opened at Parc Howard Museum on International Women’s Day, 8 March 2025. Running until 19...
Carmarthenshire sports clubs urged to help tackle dog-related anti-social behaviour on...
Carmarthenshire County Council is inviting all local sports clubs to join an effort to tackle dog-related anti-social behaviour, particularly dog fouling, on marked sports...
Hwb Bach y Wlad reaches over 11,000 residents, bringing vital support...
Carmarthenshire County Council is proud to highlight the ongoing success of Hwb Bach y Wlad, a vital initiative addressing rural poverty and supporting communities...
Carmarthenshire foster carers share the importance of local support
A couple who transferred to foster with Foster Wales Carmarthenshire in 2016 are reflecting on their journey, one that has spanned over two decades...
Green Hydrogen Scheme Approved
A 15MW green hydrogen fuel production facility scheme at a Pembrokeshire dockyard has been given the go-ahead by county planners.In an application to Pembrokeshire...
Actif Sport and Leisure secures sixth consecutive RoSPA gold medal for...
Carmarthenshire County Council’s Actif Sport and Leisure team has once again been recognised for its commitment to health and safety, achieving the prestigious RoSPA...
Bouygues UK’s Pentre Awel project wins Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)...
Bouygues UK, the contractor for Llanelli's Canolfan Pentre Awel, proudly picked up the ESG award at the Constructing Excellence in Wales Awards.
The Environmental, Social,...
Carmarthenshire marks Armed Forces Week 2025 with pride
June 22-28 is Armed Forces Week - a chance to show our support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces...
Carmarthenshire celebrates Wales’ historic qualification for UEFA Women’s EURO 2025
Carmarthenshire County Council is hosting a national celebration today as the Giant Cymru Shirt arrives in Guildhall Square, Carmarthen — part of the FAW’s...
‘Ein Crys Cymru’ tour stops in Carmarthen to celebrate Wales’ first...
Carmarthenshire County Council is celebrating a historic milestone for Welsh sport as the Wales Women’s National Football Team prepares to make their first-ever appearance...
Carmarthenshire marks Clean Air Day with strong progress on Air Quality
Clean air and air quality for residents and the millions of visitors to our beautiful county is incredibly important to Carmarthenshire County Council.
To mark...
Ynysdawela Nature Park declared a local nature reserve
Ynysdawela Nature Park, Upper Brynamman has been declared a Local Nature Reserve, becoming the seventh in Carmarthenshire, a county which boasts some of the...
New Shower and Toilet Facility and Pay-As-You-Go Electric Pitches Funded by...
Pembrey Country Park is proud to announce the completion and opening of a new state-of-the-art shower and toilet facility, along with innovative pay-as-you-go electric...
Kiosk available to let in Carmarthen Town Centre
Carmarthenshire County Council is offering an opportunity for a business or entrepreneur to lease kiosk 2 on Chapel Street, Carmarthen.
The kiosk measures approximately 10...
Blue Marble Refill and new arts organisation thrive in new Carmarthen...
Blue Marble Refill, Carmarthen’s zero-waste shop, has found a new home thanks to an initiative with Carmarthenshire County Council. In February 2025, the business...
Working together to boost the Welsh language in Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire County Council and the National Centre for Learning Welsh have announced a new partnership today (9 June 2025) which will lead to more...
Creative pop-ups breathe new life into Llanelli’s YMCA
As leading experts in activating meanwhile spaces, Urban Foundry has been working with Carmarthenshire County Council to transform Llanelli’s YMCA building via a series...
Celebrating Carmarthenshire’s sports volunteers
As part of this year’s Volunteering Week celebrations, Carmarthenshire County Council is recognising the contributions of local sports volunteers who go above and beyond...
Theatrau Sir Gâr celebrates the power of volunteering
Carmarthenshire County Council is celebrating the dedication and impact of volunteers at Theatrau Sir Gâr as part of Volunteers’ Week (2 - 8 June).
At...
Our rural towns: Newcastle Emlyn
As part of the Ten Towns programme delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, rural market towns across the county have received support to develop exciting...
Consultation report into A484 Sandy Road / Maes-Y-Coed Junction Improvements scheme...
Carmarthenshire County Council has sought the views of residents, businesses and road users on its proposal to undertake improvement works on the reconfiguration of...
Uncover Carmarthen’s past with new Blue Plaque Trail
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, there’s now a brand-new and completely free way to explore one of Wales’s oldest and...
The power of relationships in fostering with Marie, Mal and Madison
As Foster Care Fortnight (12-25 May) celebrates the power of relationships, Foster Wales Carmarthenshire is proud to share the heart-warming story of local foster...
Family fun in Carmarthenshire during Whitsun half term
As schools break up for the Whitsun half-term holiday, Carmarthenshire is the place to be for an unforgettable family day out. From outdoor adventures...
Cllr Dot Jones elected as new County Council Chair
Cllr Dot Jones, member for the Llannon Ward, has been elected to the chain of office at Carmarthenshire County Council’s Annual Meeting today, Wednesday...
Changes to waste collections over the Spring Bank Holiday period
There will be changes to bin collections over the Spring Bank Holiday period this year.
All collections will be delayed by one day as shown...
Cefn Sidan Beach at Pembrey Country Park Retains Prestigious Blue Flag...
Carmarthenshire County Council is proud to announce that Cefn Sidan Beach, located within Pembrey Country Park, has once again been awarded the prestigious Blue...
The power of relationships in fostering with Bev and Reg
This Foster Care Fortnight (12-25 May), Foster Wales Carmarthenshire is celebrating the power of relationships in transforming the lives of children and young people...
Carmarthenshire celebrates growth and investment in tourism during Wales Tourism Week
Carmarthenshire County Council is marking Wales Tourism Week 2025 (12–18 May) by celebrating major investments, new attractions, and the growing impact of tourism on...
Celebrating Deaf Awareness Week 2025
This Deaf Awareness Week, Carmarthenshire County Council is joining communities across the UK in recognising and celebrating the rich culture, language, and experiences of...
Our Rural Towns: Cwmaman
As part of the Ten Towns programme delivered by Carmarthenshire County Council, the county’s rural market towns have received support to develop exciting new...
Join Carmarthenshire County Council and take part in No Mow May!
Research has revealed pollinator numbers are declining in the UK, which could have a serious effect on biodiversity, food supply and even human health....
Council Hwbs help Carmarthenshire residents claim over £7.5m in support payments
Carmarthenshire County Council wants to make sure that all its residents are aware of the financial help and household support that is available to...
Carmarthenshire schools launch food waste monitoring initiative
To mark Stop Food Waste Day (30 April 2025), we're highlighting the Future Generations Menu (FGM) pilot, an initiative to redesign primary school lunches...