It was preceded by the 1967 election , and was the last election to the authority as the Rural District Council was abolished at the 1974 re-organization of local government in Wales (Image: Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council). Labour has held onto power in Swansea after securing 45 seats in the council elections. [At some councils] they meet in the evening. Jamie, 26, was the youngest ever candidate to be elected at NPTCBC when he gained his seat - Neath South - at the age of just 21 in 2017. Cllr Thomas said it was a "great result". Labour retained control of Cardiff council with leader Cllr Huw Thomas set to remain in charge. [10] The new leadership was formally confirmed at the annual council meeting on 7 June 2022. I have already contacted the other candidates, and will be writing to all affected electors.". [2] In the case of wards electing more than one councillor the percentage figures reflect the number of ballot papers issues rather than the total number of votes. A by-election took place in the Neath South ward on 6 December 2012. Meanwhile, the Green Party has their very first Neath Port Talbot councillor, following the success of candidate Nathan Goldup-John in Coedffranc Central. Elections - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Council, Democracy & Elections Have your say Contact Us Contact us services Your feedback will help us improve this website. The Plaid candidate who will be looking to retain their seat alongside Stephanie will be Nigel Thomas Hunt. We will deliver on our manifesto pledges.". On the same day there were elections to the other 21 local authorities in Wales and community councils in Wales. "That is not to say that I wouldn't go back to it in the future," he said. A simple guide to the Welsh council elections, Politician calls for action after online abuse, Greek transport minister resigns after deadly train crash, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 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. Plaid Cymru won 20 seats, the same number as in 2017, while the independents dropped a seat to leave them with 10 after the vote had been counted. A by-election was held in Aberavon on 6 May 2021 following the death of Labour Councillor, Steffan ap Dafydd. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 4 May 2017 as part of wider local elections across Wales. The party elected Bryan Davies, who represents Llannarth, as her successor as its group leader. Sign up for free here. Read more here. 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. Read about the shock landslide result here. But it's likely that post-election talks will eventually decide which groups assume control and who will lead any coalition. Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. The deputy mayor for 2022-23 is Councillor Chris Williams. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) has made public all the candidates who are running for a seat in the local government elections on May 5. Although Labour won relatively comfortably in both Taibach and Margam in 2017, they are expected to have more of a fight on their hands this year with an equal number of Plaid candidates coming up against them. Council, Democracy & Elections - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Your feedback will help us improve this website. "It is something I have enjoyed and if circumstances change in the future and if I have the time to [give it] 100 per cent then I will definitely stand again. The majority party nominates one of their councillors to be the leader of the party. Twelve Neath Port Talbot Council members have decided not to stand for re-election this year. Delyth Barnett will be fighting Sarah Davies of Labour and independent Louise Morris for the single seat in Briton Ferry West. Colin Morgan was elected as a Labour candidate in 2012. The new council also took over county-level responsibilities in the area from the abolished West Glamorgan County Council. Coalition agreements in notes column. "A lot of people don't realise how busy the role is. The role of a councillor is not without its challenges, as former Plaid Cymru councillor Jamie Evans who is not standing for re-election pointed out. When you are in [as the] opposition it is obviously harder to get things done. The event is held at Neath Library, Saturday 11th March from 10:30-3. This year, the three Labour candidates running there - Laura Williams, Dennis Keough and Rob Jones - will be coming up against Wayne White, Stephen Bevan and John Deere of Plaid Cymru. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. However, a number of incumbent leaders have managed to retain their seats and will continue their role as leaders for the next five years - subject to approval - after results were called on the 2022 council elections on Friday. To keep up to date with news from across Neath Port Talbot, subscribe to our dedicated newsletter here. "Legally, we must now postpone the election in the Port Talbot electoral ward. You can find all the candidates listed for each ward in Neath Port Talbot County Borough on the Neath Port Talbot Council website. Lindsay and Chris will be coming up against Labour's Gareth Rice in Briton Ferry East. Mr Daniels, who firmly denies the accusation, survived a subsequent vote-of-no-confidence. Cllr Neil Moore, Labour, has been leader since May 2019. The ward will be represented by two councillors instead of three this year after a revision of the ward boundaries in 2021. The leader of Ceredigion council, Ellen ap Gwynn, stepped down at the 2022 local government elections. Scott, who works at Tata Steel said he thinks more could be done to draw in younger candidates. Voting for Wales' local council elections will take place on 5 May. One Green candidate was elected along with five independents. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Three candidates (from the sixty seats available) were elected unopposed. In this instance, it's common for two or more political groups to form a majority through a formal coalition and operate on a power sharing basis. "Today we've taken seats off the Tories, Lib Dems and Plaid Cymru". Scott Jones was elected as a Labour candidate in 2017. But the Tories lost control of the administration having been in charge since 2017. Voters who cannot make it to the polling station on the new date will be advised on how to arrange a postal or proxy vote. The following table lists council wards, communities and associated geographical areas. With Plaid Cymru gaining from a no party majority on Friday, it's likely Cllr Davies will take up the reins as leader for the next five years. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. There were no Plaid Cymru candidates running in either ward in the last local government elections. With no party taking overall control, discussions will now be held to determine how the council will be run going forward and who will take the top job. A number of wards in Neath Port Talbot are predicted to go right down to the wire in this year's local government elections. Want the latest news from Neath Port Talbot County Borough straight to your inbox? 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Your feedback will help us improve this website. On 23 May 2022, it was announced that a coalition between the Plaid Cymru and Independent groups would lead the council. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. If the pay was enough to survive on, you would get better representation. Labour is yet to confirm its leader but it appears Huw David will most likely reinstate his position as leader. Neath Port Talbot had been a Labour stronghold, having been in power from 1996 until 2022.[14]. Of the 35 seats for the taking, 21 went to Plaid Cymru which was five more than they won in 2017. Discussions are now set to take place over the coming days over how the council is run going forward. In 2014 Mr Dole became Plaid opposition leader and a year later, in somewhat bizarre circumstances, Mr Dole became council leader. Read more about his journey here. 06 Feb 2023 3 minute read. The election for the Port Talbot electoral ward of Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council has been rearranged, (Image: Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council). . We are paid a fair wage for doing it, but it is not enough [to] raise a family on. 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. Labour have lost its grip on Neath Port Talbot. Its expected that Cllr Steve Thomas, for Tredegar Central and West, will take up the position of leader of the council. For more information please contact Harriet Eaton, Heritage Education Officer, Neath Library Keogh was formerly the councillor for Port Talbot. Register to vote. I have learnt a lot and I would like to think that I have contributed a lot to the community. But a new date for . It is a tough one, but it is what we need. All councils in Wales operate a leader and cabinet model. The leader is the political face of the council and does other duties as well as representing their ward. The six candidates who want to represent Aberavon on Neath Port Talbot Council have been confirmed.. The Plaid Cymru councillor has been leader of the local authority since 2012. Labour won more than half the votes five years ago, Get the latest news from Neath Port Talbot straight to your inbox. Overview [ edit] All council seats were up for election. 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. There is no guarantee of that however, because the independents are, by definition, are not a single party group. "I have met loads of great people and residents. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 5 May 2022 as part of wider local elections across Wales. The party has now managed to cross the threshold for majority which is 18 members. Overview [ edit] Reflecting on her time as on the council, the former member for Aberdulais said: "One of [my] biggest achievements is being able to help the individuals. Power in Wrexham previously lay with a coalition of two independent groups run by incumbent council leader Mark Pritchard and deputy leader David A Bithell, alongside the Conservatives. Mark Edwards, who said that Plaid have been trying to get their foot into Briton Ferry for a long time, said: "I really can't predict how it is going to go there.". Mr Dole has spent 14 years elected as a county councillor and seven of those as leader. Read more here. Cllr Roberts said: "Personally, my result was the first to be declared today. The by-election was caused by the resignation of Labour councillor Alex Thomas.[3]. This was a new ward and the independent Kenneth Pritchard Hughes was expected to put in a strong showing, but came fourth with 12% of the votes. You would get people from more diverse backgrounds. With 34 candidates running for seats on Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) on May 5, Plaid Cymru are the party mounting the biggest challenge to Labour, who have 49 candidates running this year. Alternatively, it's also possible for the largest political group to govern as a minority administration and do it alone, if the other groups dont agree on enough to oppose them effectively. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Kris Lloyd had held the seat for Labour at a by-election following the death of the previous councilor. Talk 10:30am - 11:15 am. We need more youngsters to have a broader perspective in the council.". It follows the postponement of the election in Port Talbot ward, following the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton during election campaigning. There is no overall control in Denbighshire following the 2022 result. 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. 7 cases per 100,000 people. Labour finished with the most seats, gaining 14 seats to the six lost by the Conservatives lost six. At the council's annual general meeting (AGM) the full council votes to elect them to become the leader of the council. I couldn't do that [as a councillor]," said Jamie. The only Welsh authority the Conservatives held outright in Wales, the outgoing leader Richard John had been a vocal critic of the prime minister's actions around parties at Downing Street. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, India anti-corruption crusader fighting to clear his name, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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Read about our approach to external linking. There is no guarantee of that however, because the independents are, by definition, are not a single party group. Ward results [ edit] Nominations closed on 4 April 2022. Plaid Cymru will now have to elect a new leader at their AGM, which takes place three days before Carmarthenshire Council's AGM. When Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) last week published the names of all the candidates who were standing on May 5, it was revealed that 12 council members will not be. Independent councillor, Steve Hunt, became the new leader of council, with Plaid Cymru councillor, Alun Llewelyn, as the new Deputy Leader. He said the success was down to a combination of his party's track record and a positive campaign as well as commitments on big issues like climate change and building schools. This time round however, Labour and independents saw big gains, with Labour securing 27 seats and independent candidates winning 21, leaving Labour firmly in charge. Labour maintained control of the authority.[1]. Neath Port Talbot had been a Labour stronghold, having been in power from 1996 until 2022. Incumbent leader Cllr Andrew Morgan shows no sign of stepping down. Bring along your artefacts for identification & help with what to do next. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. No one emerged with overall control after all 55 seats had been declared. A by-election was held in Bryncoch South on 23 November 2017 following the death of Plaid Cymru councillor, Janice Dudley. Although Labour remains the party with the highest number of representatives, Plaid now has 12 representatives and the number of independents is 16 - up from just five in 2017. The Labour councillor won just 213 votes this year compared to 720 at the last election in 2017. Jonnie Fishlock and Poppy Lloyd for Plaid will be up against the experienced Peter Rees and Rose Widlake for Labour in Neath South. Council, Democracy & Elections Councillors and Meetings Have your say. The council has been headed up by farmer Cllr Hugh Evans OBE since 2007. All other candidates remain validly nominated and will be included on the ballot paper. A number of Neath Port Talbot Council members - one with over 30 years of experience - have decided not to stand in this year's local government elections. 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. You can view the names of all the candidates who are standing for each ward in Neath Port Talbot this year on the NPTCBC website. - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. And the Lib Dems have also improved on their vote. Jane, who is not standing again due to health reasons, said: "I support a lot of people in the village. [15][16] Other offices are located at the New Neath Civic Centre, and The Quays in Baglan Bay. "It's a mandate to get on with our manifesto, build more housing, more schools and make sure that Cardiff's economy works for our citizens and delivers for Wales". Something went wrong, please try again later. Cllr Pritchard, who was re-elected in Esclusham after his seat was uncontested, said talks would be held over the next few days over the future composition of the council. "People only see the big picture. READ MORE:Wales local election 2022 live updates: Results, polls, reaction, winners and losers as votes are counted. "I am in my mid 20s, I have just bought a house [and] I need to be financially stable. When created in 1996, the council also inherited the former Neath Civic Centre, which was subsequently demolished in 2008 to make way for a retail development. [3], The county borough and its council were created on 1 April 1996 under the Local Government (Wales) Act 1994. "I have enjoyed my time in politics," said Doreen, who has been the Cabinet Member for Corporate Services and Equality for the past five years. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [1] It was preceded by the 2008 election and was followed by the 2017 election. On the same day there were elections to the other 21 local authorities in Wales and community councils in Wales. "It is a bit too much," said Scott. When asked for their thoughts on the local elections and where the key battlegrounds for the county borough could be, a Neath Port Talbot Labour spokesperson said: The election in May is about moving forward together. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 5 May 2022 as part of wider local elections across Wales. Electors will also vote for 4 Members for the South Wales West Electoral Region. Scott Bamsey said it has also been difficult for him as a younger member to juggle his job and family life around being a councillor. It follows the postponement of the election in Port Talbot ward, following the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton during election campaigning. Labour have lost its grip on Neath Port Talbot. A key priority for Plaid Cymru will be retaining their seats in Aberavon - a ward where they held overall control before the 2022 local election period. An election in Neath Port Talbot has been postponed after the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton. The leader for the next five years will have to be agreed depending on the outcome of this. Jones was the former councillor for the Margam ward, which was merged with Tai-bach in 2022. Making up the second largest group of candidates is Plaid Cymru at 34. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Register of Electors. See the full list of councillors in the widget below: In 2017 Labour won 51% of the vote and 43 seats so maintained control of the council. 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. A number of wards across Neath Port Talbot are predicted to go down to the wire in this year's local government elections. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Register of Electors - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. At least if you have a meeting in the evening, unless you work nights or you are already working overtime in your job, then you would be able to attend.". No party in the Wrexham local election gained an overall majority as independents still held the most seats with 23. I am still a political animal, but I think it is time for change now. You would get people that have lived on zero hour contracts [or] parents who are working a job in the evenings.". We are disappointed we lost a couple, but overall we're pretty much where we were.". The Liberal Democrats have been strong here in the past and Plaid Cymru has also controlled this authority too. Hugh Evans of Denbighshire, Lisa Mytton of Merthyr and Andrew Morgan of Rhondda Cynon Taf, (Image: Chris Fairweather/Huw Evans Agency), Rhondda Cynon Taff Council leader Andrew Morgan. The Conservatives and all independent members - including Action for Powys and non-aligned members - between them have gained 31 seats. I don't know what the answer is to get more youngsters into politics. 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