Press Releases

Margam Crematorium becomes First in Wales to Achieve Gold Environmental Award

A Crematorium run by Neath Port Talbot Council is the first in Wales to achieve a Gold award for its sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.

£3.3 million investment programme set to transform leisure facilities across Neath Port Talbot

Residents across Neath Port Talbot are set to benefit from a major programme of improvements to leisure facilities across the county borough, with plans for more than £3.3 million of investment designed to modernise centres, expand activities and improve health and wellbeing opportunities.

Upper Afan Valley Neighbourhood Board: Call for Project Ideas

The Neighbourhood Board for the Upper Afan Valley was formally established in July. Engaging with residents, organisations and wider stakeholders is the Board’s top priority.

One of Europe’s Oldest Fairs Returns to Neath with Exciting New Attractions

One of Wales' most historic and celebrated events is returning this September, bringing five days of family fun and an exciting new exhibition to the town.

Vivian Park playground officially opened

An exciting new chapter for play provision in Neath Port Talbot has begun with the official opening of the newly refurbished Vivian Park playground.

Neath Port Talbot schools celebrate GCSE achievements

Pupils across Neath Port Talbot have seen their efforts recognised through results that reflect the commitment, resilience and determination they have shown over recent years. In 2026, performance in GCSE and vocational qualifications saw the majority of pupils in Neath Port Talbot achieve at least five A*- C GCSE grades or equivalent.

Bonnie Tyler Fans Pay Tribute As Singer Makes Final Journey Through Hometown

Large crowds took to the streets to pay their respects.

Neath Port Talbot schools mark A-level success

Congratulations are being extended to students and staff at Ysgol Gymraeg Ystalyfera-Bro Dur and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Sixth Form Centre, Neath Port Talbot's two schools providing post-16 education. Students at both schools collected their results today for their A-Level and other post-16 qualifications. Many young people across the county borough also continue their studies through Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges.

The Rapture finale: TV producer drawn to ‘wide-ranging’ Neath Port Talbot locations

Neath Port Talbot county is once again in the spotlight on national television with several local locations featuring prominently in new psychological thriller, ‘The Rapture’.

On-street electric vehicle charging solution to be trialled in Neath Port Talbot

Electric vehicle owners in Neath Port Talbot are set to take part in a trial which will enable them to charge their vehicles on-street outside their homes.