Press Releases

Avian Influenza Alert

The UK is currently experiencing outbreaks of Avian Influenza (AI). Wild birds migrating to the UK over winter can spread AI to poultry and other captive birds.

New beach attraction with ‘Ocean Giant’ centrepiece officially opens

A NEW ADVENTURE playground with a zip wire and spectacular play tower has been officially opened at Aberavon Beach.

Green light for Tata Steel UK’s £1.25bn Port Talbot Electric Arc Furnace project

TATA STEEL UK’S PROPOSALS for a £1.25bn Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) based steel making facility at its Port Talbot site have been approved by Neath Port Talbot Council’s Planning Committee.

Leader welcomes Government Steel Strategy but says ‘it must be achievable’

THE LEADER OF Neath Port Talbot Council, Cllr Steve Hunt, has welcomed the UK Government’s proposed new strategy to inject £2.5bn into the country’s steel industry.

Council wins vape shop closure order

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Trading Standards team has successfully obtained a Closure Order against a “pop up” vape shop in Port Talbot.

Neath Port Talbot celebrates RB100: the Richard Burton Centenary

Throughout 2025, Neath Port Talbot Council will take the lead on the Richard Burton Centenary - a programme of events celebrating 100 years since the Hollywood actor was born in Pontrhydyfen, Afan Valley.

Views wanted to improve transport in South West Wales

Your views are now wanted on an exciting new vision for a more reliable, connected and accessible transport network in South West Wales.

Nomination time - the Mayor of Neath Port Talbot Citizen Awards 2025 are on the way!

Once again, The Mayor of Neath Port Talbot Citizen awards will recognise unsung heroes from across NPT who make a real difference to our communities.

Statement on behalf of the Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board - 6 February 2025

The Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board met on 6th February 2025. The Secretary of State for Wales and Chair of the Transition Board, Rt Hon Jo Stevens MP, sought endorsement from the Board to announce £8.2 million for the South Wales Industrial Transition from Carbon Hub (SWITCH).

Ambitious 10-year Neath Port Talbot events strategy approved by Cabinet

A comprehensive Events Strategy to deliver a vibrant, year-round programme of festivals and events has been approved by Neath Port Talbot Council’s Cabinet,