Press Releases

Work begins on Llangatwg Comprehensive School redevelopment

Work has officially begun on the construction of a brand new Llangatwg Comprehensive School in Cadoxton, marking a major milestone in Neath Port Talbot Council’s ongoing investment in education.

New Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board for Upper Afan Valley Announced by Neath Port Talbot Council

Neath Port Talbot Council is delighted to announce the appointment of the new Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board for the Upper Afan Valley, marking a significant milestone in the delivery of this transformational programme.

Famous faces and Community Champions Launch Name of Port Talbot’s New Theatre

A new name for Port Talbot’s theatre has been released in a video featuring Twin Town Actor Di Botcher alongside a range of community members from the local arts and cultural scene.

Swansea Man Must Pay More Than £1400 After Waste Spread Across 2 Miles of Land

Three people in two separate cases have been ordered to pay a combined total of more than £3,500 after waste was discovered in the Dulais Valley and on a street in Port Talbot.

Green Flag: Gnoll Country Park Celebrates First Green Heritage Award

A country park in Neath is celebrating its first ever Green Heritage Site Accreditation from Keep Wales Tidy.

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.