Press Releases

Delivery Agreement for Council’s Replacement Local Development Plan approved by Welsh Government

The Delivery Agreement for Neath Port Talbot Council’s Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) (2021-2036) has now been approved by Welsh Government.

One week left to air your views on Neath Port Talbot Council’s budget and pandemic recovery plans!

No increase on Council Tax rates, investment in the recovery of our communities and local economy, and monies to help tackle the climate and nature emergencies locally…these are just some of the proposals in the Council’s draft budget for 2022-23.

Gnoll Country Park facing persistent vandal attacks - please help us protect your community asset

The Covid-19 pandemic has demonstrated how important public open spaces are for our mental and physical wellbeing, and luckily Neath Port Talbot is well served by its forests, parks and seaside.

Update for Skewen Residents from the Coal Authority (21 January 2022)

Update for Skewen Residents from the Coal Authority (21 January 2022)

Planning go ahead confirmed for major Afan Valley adventure resort development

Conditional planning permission for a new development team to take forward the transformational Afan Valley adventure resort project has now been granted after the signing of a legal agreement.

Neath Port Talbot first local authority to sign ‘My Things Matter’ pledge for children in care

Neath Port Talbot are the first local authority to sign a pledge ensure that care-experienced children and young people in their care have their precious belongings treated with dignity, care and respect whenever they move home.

A foster carer story: Annie Lewis shares her 30 years of experience to inspire others

A foster carer from Neath Port Talbot has shared her 30 years of experience to help inspire others to make a difference in a young person’s life.

Home Library Service’s electric new recruit

Neath Port Talbot Libraries’ Home Library Service has celebrated the New Year with a brand new addition.

Council strengthens front line team to support more vulnerable people

Neath Port Talbot Council has made an early start in delivering its ‘Recover, Reset, Renew’ agenda by strengthening a key front line community team that supports people who are going through a difficult time in their life.

Update for Skewen Residents from the Coal Authority (14 January 2022)

Update for Skewen Residents from the Coal Authority (14 January 2022)