The six candidates who want to represent Aberavon on Neath Port Talbot Council have been confirmed.. The borough covered the combined area of the two former districts of Port Talbot and Neath, as well as a smaller area from Lliw Valley (the majority of which went to Swansea). Voting for Wales' local council elections will take place on 5 May. Seven Labour councillors will be stepping down, including long-standing members Doreen Jones and Arwyn Woolcock. Some Plaid figures, including group leader at NPTCBC before the 2022 election period, Alun Llewelyn, would see holding their gains in the Swansea Valley as a success, especially with Pontardawe councillor Linet Purcell deciding not to run for re-election. But the Tories lost control of the administration having been in charge since 2017. A new date for the election to the Port Talbot ward has been set for Thursday, June 23, and new poll cards will be sent to all affected voters. Incumbent leader Cllr Anthony Hunt shows no sign of stepping down. Well see how it goes over the weekend and have some discussions.. Labour has held onto power in Swansea after securing 45 seats in the council elections. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 5 May 2022 as part of wider local elections across Wales. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. How Do I Register To Vote? [12] Party with the most elected councillors in bold. Bring along your artefacts for identification & help with what to do next. Karen Jones, returning officer for the council, said: "We send our deepest condolences to Andrew's family at this sad time. Plaid Cymru councillor Emlyn Dole, who headed up Carmarthenshire council, lost his seat this time round after standing in the Llannon ward. Described as a "toxic battleground", it is predicted that Briton Ferry could go either way in the elections with one Labour, Plaid and independent candidate running in both wards - Briton Ferry East and Briton Ferry West. [3], 2022 Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council election, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West (one seat), Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters (two seats), Gwaun Cae Gurwen and Lower Brynaman (two seats), introducing citations to additional sources, "2022 Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council election", "Notices for County Borough Council elections", "Election results by electoral wards - County Borough Council - Ordinary Elections - Thursday, 5th May, 2022", "Independent and Plaid coalition takes control of Neath Port Talbot Council", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=2022_Neath_Port_Talbot_County_Borough_Council_election&oldid=1125126835, This page was last edited on 2 December 2022, at 09:21. Jamie, who will be focusing on his new job at Plaid Cymru said hybrid meetings - the option of attending council meetings virtually, which NPTCBC has stuck with even after lockdown - is one step in the right direction. The RCT result was dominated by the loss of Pauline Jarman, the candidate for the new Mountain Ash ward and who'd been a councillor for 46 years, and who was also Plaid Cymru's leader in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Doreen said she will continue to be involved in the community and maintain her volunteering role at Neath Port Talbot's Safe and Well service. A number of wards across Neath Port Talbot are predicted to go down to the wire in this year's local government elections. No one emerged with overall control after all 55 seats had been declared. The election for one of the wards in Neath Port Talbot has been postponed after the death of a candidate. We need more youngsters to have a broader perspective in the council.". I have already contacted the other candidates and will be writing to all affected electors.. I wouldn't change it for the world.". Cllr Jane Mudd is in charge of the Labour group, which won 35 of the 51 seats up for grabs - giving the party a healthy majority in the city council chamber. The election for one of the wards in Neath Port Talbot has been postponed after the death of a candidate. The Labour councillor won just 213 votes this year compared to 720 at the last election in 2017. There was a significant fall in the turnout in many wards and this appears to have worked to Labour's advantage in several instances. [17], Following a 2021 local government boundary review, the number of electoral wards dropped from 42 to 34, with the number of elected councillors reducing from 64 to 60, effective from the 2022 local elections.[18]. Read about the shock landslide result here. (Image: Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council). Its expected that Cllr Steve Thomas, for Tredegar Central and West, will take up the position of leader of the council. I was very pleased with how it went in my ward." Elections at all other wards in the county borough will continue to take place on May 5. Mr Daniels - who faced a vote of no confidence back in March - lost his seat in Abertillery. But there are some authorities in Wales - like Powys - which have no overall control. "I am in my mid 20s, I have just bought a house [and] I need to be financially stable. Discussions are now set to take place over the coming days over how the council is run going forward. Negotiations will need to take place but change is certain following the loss of Ms Harris, who stood in Llangynidr with Llangattock ward and was Powys' first female leader. Rate this page (Council, Democracy & Elections), Information about local Councillors, Committee meetings and how to view remote meetings of Council, Comment and provide feedback on topics relevant to Neath Port Talbot, Access the Plans, Policies and Strategies in place for the county borough, More information about partnership working, Access the webcasts section of our live council meetings and view archived council meetings, How to make a Freedom of Information Request, Financial Information including The Budget and Accounts, The Mayor of Neath Port Talbot County Borough, NPT Council Budget Consultation Frequently Asked Questions and Suggestions. On 7 June 2022, Councillor Robert Wood was appointed the mayor of Neath Port Talbot. The event is held at Neath Library, Saturday 11th March from 10:30-3. With the Tories losing nine Denbighshire seats, these results could give Labour a chance to form a new coalition at Denbighshire's county hall. She was edged out by Labour's Wendy Treeby. All councils in Wales operate a leader and cabinet model. Find out about metal detecting clubs near you. Labour held the local authority with three-quarters of the 40 seats in the chamber. Read more here. "It is a bit too much," said Scott. You would get people from more diverse backgrounds. What's he waiting for? There are two outstanding seats to be decided later this month. 2012 Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council election. He added: "It is just a top up for a lot of [councillors]. It follows the postponement of the election in Port Talbot ward, following the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton during election campaigning. Keep up to date with results and the reaction as they unfold on our live blog here. Neath Port Talbot had been a Labour stronghold, having been in power from 1996 until 2022.[14]. 1995 Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council election The first election to the Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 4 May 1995. We are running an inclusive, hopeful campaign, with a strong field of candidates reflective of our diverse communities right across Neath Port Talbot. Ceri Golding and Mark Jones were elected as Labour candidates in 2012. Caerphilly County Borough Council will have to elect a new leader after the current leader Philippa Marsden was defeated this time round. READ MORE:Wales local election 2022 live updates: Results, polls, reaction, winners and losers as votes are counted. Outgoing leader Nigel Daniels lost his seat as Labour won 21 seats overall and wrestled back control of Blaenau Gwent from the independents. 11:15 am - 3pm Meet the Team. Labour have the greater experience here, with Dennis Keough and Rob Jones looking for re-election to NPTCBC. Read the full results here. They had a single councillor in 2017, and now they have two, Ceri Phillips and Helen Clarke who took two seats in Coedffranc West. Representing the Morgan Jones ward, he is also cabinet member for infrastructure and property. But a new date for the Port Talbot electoral ward has been set for 23 June following news of Mr Tutton's death. Incumbent leader Cllr Andrew Morgan shows no sign of stepping down. Labour retained its majority. Prior to this, the county borough was divided into 42 wards, listed below, returning a total of 64 councillors. Neath Port Talbot had been a Labour stronghold, having been in power from 1996 until 2022. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Voting for Wales' local council elections will take place on 5 May. This year, both Plaid and Labour have matched up with an equal number of candidates in Neath South and East. Independent councillor, Steve Hunt, became the new leader of council, with Plaid Cymru councillor, Alun Llewelyn, as the new Deputy Leader. [10] The Liberal Democrats and Green Party members would support the coalition via a confidence and supply agreement. He reflected on a mixed day for his party. The pandemic shone a light on the vital role that the local council plays in delivering those essential services which mean so much to us all. The Labour councillor won just 213 votes this year. A by-election was held in Resolven on 23 May 2019 following the death of Labour Councillor, Des Davies, a member of the Council since its formation in 1995. Speaking of her time as councillor, Jane said: "I have thoroughly enjoyed it.". 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