Press Releases

Gracie Jones inaugurated as Neath Port Talbot Council’s new Youth Mayor

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Chief Executive Karen Jones has inaugurated Gracie Jones as the council’s new Youth Mayor at a ceremony held in the Civic Centre, Port Talbot, on St David’s Day, 2024.

How we can all help nature thrive in Neath Port Talbot

The state of Nature in Neath Port Talbot and how we can all help improve it was the topic of discussion at a packed event in Neath’s Gwyn Hall.

Councillors asked to approve a budget protecting vital services in challenging financial times

Despite unprecedented pressure on budgets and soaring demand for services, Neath Port Talbot Council hopes to deliver a 2024/25 budget without the significant jobs and service cuts being seen in many other parts of Wales.

Council set to host Landlord Support Event

Neath Port Talbot Council is set to host a free event for landlords who own properties within the area. This event aims to provide valuable information into available support and funding opportunities.

Residents invited to get digital at community drop-in events

A project aimed at bridging the digital divide and supporting residents through improved access to digital resources is inviting residents to attend its community drop-in events.

Neath Port Talbot Council and Swansea University sign Memorandum of Understanding

Neath Port Talbot Council and Swansea University have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to help them work more closely on vital areas of common interest such as working effectively with industry and supporting the development of vital skills for the region.

Major Peatland Site Restored in Neath Port Talbot

A large area of peatland, equivalent in size to 70 rugby pitches, has been successfully restored in Glyncorrwg, Neath Port Talbot. The Lost Peatlands of South Wales, a partnership project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, has been working to restore the 50-hectare site since February 2023.

Call to event organisers in Neath Port Talbot to apply to new fund

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting applications to its Heritage, Culture, Tourism and Events (HCTE) Fund for large and small scale events.

Multi-Agency operation targets rogue traders

Officers of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Trading Standards, Waste Enforcement and Licensing departments have stopped and spoken to a total of 65 traders as part of a joint operation against rogue traders.

Extra 300 children benefit from Flying Start in Neath Port Talbot

An additional 300 children in Neath Port Talbot have benefitted from an expansion of Welsh Government’s Flying Start scheme, aimed at providing support to children and families.