Press Releases

DIGITAL INNOVATIONS EVENT SETS A HIGH BAR FOR FUTURE PROSPECTS

The event that was attended by industry experts, service providers as well as both Welsh and UK Government representatives, outlined how large investments into digital innovations and better connectivity will bring continued prosperity to the Swansea Bay City Deal region.

Series of drop-in events aims to help town centre businesses thrive

Neath Port Talbot Council is holding drop-in events to give town centre business operators valuable information on grants, business support and other resources to help their ventures thrive.

Council Launches Fund to Support Community Organisations to Establish Warm Spaces

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting community organisations to apply for a one-off grant of £1500 to support the delivery of Warm Welcome Spaces for residents who may be struggling with the cost of living or who are at risk of feeling isolated.

Cwmavon Road Closure Notice

Depot Road in Cwmavon will be closed in both directions for two weeks starting on Tuesday 28th May. There will also be limited access to a separate section of Depot Road and Ty’r Owen Row during this period. The closures are necessary for essential road resurfacing and maintenance works.

Empowering Neath Port Talbot's Youth: Horizons Programme Pioneers Pathways to Employment

Horizons, part of the NPT Employability Youth Service helps young people aged 16 -18 that are not in education, employment or training to gain new skills, experiences and qualifications. Working in partnership with the ‘Down to Earth Project’ Horizons recently organised a course centred on young people developing confidence, communication and work skills which may help them into employment.

Digital Infrastructure Event Leads with the Benefits of £175+ Million Investment to the Region

Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme hosts a new event to showcase innovations, opportunities and the digital benefits that are set to boost the local economy by £318 Million.

New heritage strategy will preserve and promote Neath Port Talbot's historic and natural assets

Neath Port Talbot Council has adopted a Heritage Strategy to ensure the conservation, protection and sustainability of our rich historic and natural environment for future generations.

Neath Indoor Market joins the Love Your Local Market campaign

Neath Indoor Market is joining more than 400 markets across the country to celebrate ‘Love Your Local Market’, a two week long campaign that highlights the important role markets play within town centres.

Former Chapel brought back into use in Cwmgwrach - supported by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund

A vacant, former chapel is to be given a new lease of life and will provide a much-needed service to the local community in Cwmgwrach, thanks to a grant received from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Re-appointed Leader to fight for more funding to pay for vital community services

COUNCILLOR Steve Hunt has vowed to continue campaigning for increased funding for Welsh councils after being re-appointed as Leader of Neath Port Talbot Council for a third year.