Press Releases

Let’s Be Fair: Neath Port Talbot Council Shares Progress on Equality Plan’s First Year

Neath Port Talbot Council has reported on how it is building on its work to promote genuine equality of opportunity, tackle discrimination and create a fairer Neath Port Talbot during the first year of its Strategic Equality Plan ‘Let’s Be Fair 2024 – 2028’. This includes nearly £250,000 secured for pensioners and almost 300 residents receiving support to live independently.

Funding Available to Boost Digital Inclusion in Neath Port Talbot

Charities and community interest companies in Neath Port Talbot can now apply for support through the £15,750 Digital Inclusion Fund. The fund is designed to help organisations that provide digital skills training, access to devices, or run community support schemes.

Upper Afan Valley Recommended For £20m ‘Pride In Place’ Funding

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Cabinet has recommended the Upper Afan Valley to receive up to £20 million in UK Government funding over a ten-year period as part of the Pride in Place Programme (PiPP).

Record Investment in Schools as Neath Port Talbot Council Publishes Draft Budget Proposals for 26/27

Neath Port Talbot Council has published its draft budget proposals for the 2026/27 financial year at a time of continuing financial pressures.

Update (24/12/25) for Briton Ferry Residents – Flood Recovery Information

Now that the Flood Assistance Centre is no longer in place, we want to ensure residents affected by flooding have access to key information and support. Below you’ll find important contact numbers, information about the cause and preventing future floods, and details on refuse and recycling collections.

Bridgend Man Sentenced for Two Fly-Tipping Offences

Neath Port Talbot Council has successfully prosecuted a Bridgend male for two fly-tipping offences, following a thorough investigation by its Waste Enforcement Team.

Gnoll Country Park Wins Prestigious Biodiversity Award for Innovative ‘Gnollywood’ Project 

Gnoll Country Park and Neath Port Talbot Council’s Countryside & Wildlife Team have won the Best of the Best Biodiversity Award at this year’s Green Flag Awards. The national recognition celebrates the innovative and environmentally focused Gnollywood sign and project.

Council Leader welcomes £22million additional support for businesses affected by Steel transition

Neath Port Talbot Council has welcomed the UK Government’s confirmation of a further £22 million for businesses affected by changes at Tata Steel, announced this week by the Secretary of State for Wales, Jo Stevens MP.

Flood support for households in Briton Ferry

Flood Assistance Centre Neath Port Talbot Council has set up an assistance centre for people in Briton Ferry affected by flooding at: Liberty Hall, Mansel St, Briton Ferry, Neath SA11 2PD

Blue Plaques approved for Oscar winner, Archdruid and ‘Father of American Iron Industry’

Ray Milland, the first Welsh actor to win an Oscar, is to be commemorated with a blue plaque in his hometown of Neath next year to mark 80 years since he received the coveted award.