Press Releases

Five Fly-tippers Ordered to Pay Nearly £7,000 After Cannabis Farm Tools Dumped in Neath Valley

Neath Port Talbot Council has successfully prosecuted four men and a woman involved in fly-tipping, after the remains of a cannabis farm were discovered on land near Resolven.

Mobile Phone Coverage Checker Available

During March 2026, Neath Port Talbot Council commissioned a real‑world mobile phone coverage survey across the county borough.

Council approves consultation on updated Learner Travel Assistance Policy

Neath Port Talbot Council has approved plans to consult on an updated Learner Travel Assistance Policy, which aims to make pupil eligibility for travel support clearer, fairer and easier to understand.

Council Launches Online Resource to Keep Residents Informed on Coal Tip Safety

Neath Port Talbot Council has launched a new online resource to provide residents with accessible information about coal tip safety across the county borough.

Three new tenants move into Baglan Energy Park industrial units

Three new businesses in the renewable energy industry have moved into industrial units at the Baglan Energy Park.

Opportunity to Operate a New Flagship Visitor Hub in Waterfall Country

Neath Port Talbot Council is inviting tenders to operate a new visitor facilities hub in Pontneddfechan, as part of a £7.5 million investment to support sustainable tourism in Waterfall Country.

From Music Teacher to Mayor: Meet the new man in the role at Neath Port Talbot Council

The new Mayor of Neath Port Talbot says he is looking forward to serving the community, seeing the role as a culmination of a lifetime of connection to the area.

Aberavon Beach Among Cleanest and Most Attractive in Wales

It’s been confirmed Aberavon Beach is keeping its Seaside Award from Keep Wales Tidy.

Neath Port Talbot Council launches consultation on Cymmer Carriageway Realignment Project

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is inviting residents, businesses and stakeholders to take part in a public consultation on the proposed Cymmer Carriageway Realignment Project, a major infrastructure scheme designed to protect local connectivity and improve safety for communities in the Afan Valley.

Chairperson Wanted to Lead £20m Pride in Place Programme for Upper Afan Valley

A new role is being advertised for a passionate change-maker to help decide how up to £20m should be spent to support community-led regeneration in the Upper Afan Valley.