Press Releases

Warm welcome for latest new businesses at bustling leisure and retail centre

The latest arrivals at Neath’s Leisure and Retail Centre have been welcomed by Neath Port Talbot Council Leader, Cllr Steve Hunt and Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Economic Growth, Cllr Jeremy Hurley.

Council Announces Plans for Proposed New Pre-16 Vocational Centre

Neath Port Talbot Council is proposing to develop a new pre-16 Vocational Centre at the former Education Learning Resource Centre (ELRS) in Velindre, Port Talbot. The centre plans to support young people aged 14–16 in gaining practical skills, vocational qualifications and pathways to future careers.

Schools in Neath Port Talbot celebrate A level results

Students and teachers at Ysgol Gymraeg Ystalyfera–Bro Dur and St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Sixth Form Centre in Port Talbot, the two schools in Neath Port Talbot offering post-16 education, are being congratulated for their 2025 achievements. The majority of students attend Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges to continue their post-16 education.

Man pays heavy price for dumping concrete in road

A man who dumped concrete hardcore on Ffordd Amazon in Crymlyn Burrows has appeared before Swansea Magistrates after being traced by Neath Port Talbot Council’s Waste Enforcement Team.

Neath Port Talbot wins funding from UK-wide ‘Nature Towns’ project

Neath Port Talbot has obtained funding from a UK-wide initiative to improve access to green spaces, transform urban landscapes, integrate nature into local decision-making and make towns and cities greener, healthier, more resilient and prosperous.

Chancellor and First Minister visit Neath Port Talbot

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves and Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan have visited Neath Port Talbot viewing progress on a coal tip safety project and meeting those affected by blast furnace closures at the Port Talbot steelworks.

Planning Approval Granted for New Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Rhosafan in Sandfields, Port Talbot

Planning approval has been granted for a brand-new, state-of-the-art Welsh-medium primary school in Port Talbot.

Free parking to return to Aberavon Beach laybys after residents’ concerns listened to

A special meeting of Neath Port Talbot Council’s Cabinet has decided to revert to free parking in laybys along Princess Margaret Way on the popular Aberavon Seafront.

Last chance for residents to rate living in Neath Port Talbot

There are just a few days left for Neath Port Talbot residents to have their say on living in the county borough.

Restaurant shut due to cockroach infestation and ‘filthy’ conditions

A Port Talbot Takeaway Restaurant has been closed after environmental health officials discovered an active infestation of cockroaches there.