Press Releases

Council signs up to charter enshrining the rights of young parents in or leaving care

Neath Port Talbot Council has adopted a pioneering charter ensuring good practice when it comes to supporting young mothers and fathers who are in care or in the process of leaving care.

Newly Refurbished Sports Facilities Open in Cwmafan and Port Talbot

Two newly refurbished sports facilities have opened in Talbot Memorial Park, Port Talbot, and Parc Siencyn Powell, Cwmafan as part of a partnership project.

New chapter to begin for Neath’s iconic old Library building

PLANS TO TURN Neath’s historic former Library building at Victoria Gardens into a Creative Hub have been given the go ahead by members of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Cabinet.

Derek Jones thanked for doing his valuable sports development job for the past 50 years

Neath Port Talbot Council Sports Development Officer Derek Jones has been officially congratulated for his more than 50 years of dedicated service to local government.

Do you have a D-Day, World War Two or other military story to tell?

During this year’s Armed Forces Week and in the year that marks the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, Neath Port Talbot Council is looking for local stories which capture the county borough’s proud military heritage.

Help shape plans to develop outdoor events and festivals in Neath and Port Talbot

Whether you are a resident, visitor or event organiser, Neath Port Talbot Council wants your views and ideas to help shape and influence future plans for outdoor public events and festivals in the county borough over the next decade.

Flag raising events taking place in Neath and Port Talbot to mark Armed Forces Week

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC are invited to attend flag raising events in Neath and Port Talbot on Monday, June 24th, 2024, to mark the start of Armed Forces Week.

Stunning wildflower display rewards council’s Bee Friendly approach

AN AMBITIOUS plan by Neath Port Talbot Council to transform areas around its offices at The Quays on the Baglan Energy Park into wildflower areas is gathering pace.

Shopmobility offers new seaside and pick-up services

Neath Port Talbot Shopmobility is introducing an Aberavon Seafront mobility scooter service for the first time and is also offering to make life easier for customers with a new door-to-door pick-up initiative.

Voters urged to check they’re election ready before it's too late

Anyone wanting to vote in the general election on 4 July, must be registered to vote before the deadline on midnight 18 June.