Press Releases

Green light for major upgrades to Port Talbot’s Princess Royal Theatre and Civic Square

Proposals to update and refurbish Port Talbot’s Princess Royal Theatre and the adjacent Civic Square have been given the go ahead by Neath Port Talbot Council’s Planning Committee.

50% Completion of Regional Full Fibre Infrastructure Build.

The Swansea Bay City Region hits 50% completion milestone to upgrade key public sector sites with future proofed, full fibre connectivity.

Skillful restoration project rescues Georgian aqueduct from the ravages of time

Neath Port Talbot Council, working with Powys County Council and CADW, have brought an ancient aqueduct back to life as part of a complex, sympathetic restoration project.

Council’s fairer future plans are on-track

All local children having the best start in life, communities thriving, people having access to quality, green jobs and for our environment, culture and heritage to be enjoyed by future generations.

Neath Port Talbot Celebrates its Foster Carers

Foster carers have been recognised for the amazing care and support they provide to children and young people across Neath Port Talbot.

Storm Darragh - Doorstep Trader Warning to Neath Port Talbot Residents

Neath Port Talbot Council is warning residents to be aware of their rights when hiring traders to repair damage from Storm Darragh.

Ensuring fairness - Cabinet approves Strategic Equality Plan Annual Report

Neath Port Talbot Council’s Cabinet has approved the council’s Strategic Equality Plan Annual Report (2023-24) detailing how the council is eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equal opportunities and fostering good relations.

Council Leader welcomes Celtic Freeport’s ‘open for business’ announcement

The Celtic Freeport is officially “open for business” following the designation of its tax sites located in Neath Port Talbot and Pembrokeshire by the Welsh and UK Governments.

Have your say on Neath Port Talbot’s future

RESIDENTS now have a chance to help shape Neath Port Talbot’s future by having their say on a crucial strategy document which will guide development across the county borough for the next 15 years.

Have your say in helping to build a long-term future for the Neath and Tennant Canals

Neath Port Talbot Council has secured £113,850 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund’s Heritage Places initiative for the development phase of the Canal Connections/ Cysylltiadau Camlesi project.