Press Releases

Ystradgynlais Man Fined after Fly-Tipping in Neath Port Talbot

A man from Ystradgynlais has been fined after admitting responsibility for a fly-tipping offence in Neath Port Talbot.

Council launches revised £575,000 Third Sector Grant Scheme

Third sector organisations across Neath Port Talbot are being invited to apply for a share of £575,000 after Neath Port Talbot Council approved a revised grant scheme. The Third Sector Grant Scheme application process opens on Thursday 24 September 2026, marking the start of a new funding programme designed to support third sector organisations that deliver vital services and activities for local communities.

New Chair confirmed to promote culture in Neath Port Talbot amid UK Town of Culture bid

Gemma Charnock has been appointed Independent Chair of the Neath Port Talbot Culture Partnership, helping to shape the future of culture across the county borough.

Welsh Government-funded childcare for two-year-olds to be universally available across NPT in Jan 27

Families across Neath Port Talbot can now apply for Welsh Government-funded childcare for two-year-olds, helping more children access high-quality early years experiences while supporting parents and carers with the cost of childcare.

Neighbourhood Board asks residents how up to £20m should be spent in the Upper Afan Valley

Residents of the Upper Afan Valley are being asked to share their views about how up to £20 million in UK Government funding should be spent in the local area over the next decade.

Council Leader stands down

Cllr Stephen Karl Hunt has resigned from his position as Leader of Neath Port Talbot Council for personal reasons.

Have your say about living in Neath Port Talbot

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting residents to share their views on living in the county borough and the council’s services.

Traffic study to begin in Neath town Centre

Work to better understand traffic movements around Neath town centre is set to begin next week.

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.