Press Releases

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.

New Digital Solutions Suite Helps Adults with Disabilities Live Independently

Neath Port Talbot Council has unveiled a new Digital Independent Solutions Suite, designed to help adults with disabilities and additional learning needs explore how smart technology can enhance independence and daily living skills.

Improve your broadband with help from Welsh Government’s Access Broadband Cymru Grant Scheme

In May of this year, the Welsh Government reopened applications for its Access Broadband Cymru (ABC) grant scheme, offering financial support to help homes and businesses across Wales get connected to fast, reliable broadband.

Together WeCare Awards Launch to Celebrate Excellence in Social Care, Childcare, Play and Early Year

WeCare Wales, Swansea Council, and Neath Port Talbot Council are proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Together WeCare Awards, a prestigious new event dedicated to honouring the exceptional professionals working across social care, childcare, play, and early years in the West Glamorgan region (Swansea & Neath Port Talbot).

Creative storytelling brings Autumn magic to Gnoll Country Park

Gnoll Country Park was transformed into a hub of imagination and celebration earlier this month when pupils from Neath’s Alderman Davies Primary School joined storyteller Michael Harvey for a day of outdoor adventure, creative writing and cultural storytelling.