Press Releases

Port Talbot and Afan Valley shortlisted for first ever UK Town of Culture competition

Port Talbot and the Afan Valley have been shortlisted for the first ever UK Town of Culture competition.

Bonnie Tyler: Neath Port Talbot Council pays tribute

The Mayor of Neath Port Talbot, Cllr Alan Lockyer, and Council Leader, Cllr Steve Hunt, have paid tribute to Bonnie Tyler.

New Car Park Now Open in Pontneddfechan to Help Manage Visitor Impact in Waterfall Country

A new 136 space car park is now open at Pontneddfechan as part of a Neath Port Talbot Council project to support sustainable tourism in Waterfall Country. The car park is part of a wider suite of new visitor facilities including a play park, accommodation and shop that will all open later this year.

Rogue Trader Jailed after Costing Neath Port Talbot Victims £40,000

A rogue trader who carried out fraudulent roofing and property maintenance work across Neath Port Talbot has been jailed following a lengthy investigation by Neath Port Talbot Council’s Trading Standards team.

Have your say on walking, wheeling and cycling in Neath Port Talbot

Residents, businesses, and visitors to Neath Port Talbot are being encouraged to share their views on new maps which set out proposed and existing walking, wheeling and cycling routes in the area.

Dog Access Rules at Aberavon Seafront to be Reviewed as Council begins Consultation

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council will be asking residents and visitors for their views about rules applying to dogs and owners at Aberavon beach and promenade.

Council Leader welcomes investment boost for former coalfield communities in Neath Port Talbot

The Leader of Neath Port Talbot Council has welcomed news that two business parks in the county borough are set to benefit from a share of £13.5 million to support the construction of new industrial developments.

UK’s First 100% Electric Recycling Fleet to Arrive at Neath Port Talbot Council

Neath Port Talbot Council is welcoming the first of its new electric recycling vehicles, making it the only local authority in the UK to transition to a fully electric recycling fleet.

Woman Prosecuted a Second Time after Wildlife Feeding Linked to School’s Rat Problem

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Environmental Health Team has successfully prosecuted a woman in the Amman Valley for failing to stop feeding wildlife after her actions attracted a substantial number of rodents to the area.

WATCH: Council Crushes Van After Fly-tipping in Neath Valley

A Ford Transit van involved in the fly-tipping of parts of a cannabis farm near Resolven has been crushed.