"I have met loads of great people and residents. Meanwhile, the Green Party has their very first Neath Port Talbot councillor, following the success of candidate Nathan Goldup-John in Coedffranc Central. He received 561 votes, but was surpassed by his fellow Plaid Cymru candidate Llinos Mai Davies who received 568 votes, and Labour's Dot Jones, who received 594 votes. The Conservatives and all independent members - including Action for Powys and non-aligned members - between them have gained 31 seats. Read more here. Since 1995 it has been represented by Labour, Social Democrat and Plaid Cymru councillors. The party's share of the vote in the local election 2022 has dramatically reduced,. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It means a change of leadership is guaranteed. Jane, who is not standing again due to health reasons, said: "I support a lot of people in the village. The next election is due in 2027. 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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. [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. But the Tories lost control of the administration having been in charge since 2017. Despite the challenges, Scott said he can still look back on his time as councillor with fondness. Sign up for free here. Ceri Golding and Mark Jones were elected as Labour candidates in 2012. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Register to vote. If one party's won a majority - that's more than half the councillors - it can start running the council. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Neath Port Talbot is responsible for the constituency elections in Aberavon and Neath. We will deliver on our manifesto pledges.". Read about the shock landslide result here. The government confirmed the change with effect from 2 April 1996, one day after the new council came into being. Chaves and Evans were deselected as Labour candidates and stood as Independents. 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. There is no overall control in Denbighshire following the 2022 result. Labour's Cllr Huw David, for Cefn Cribwr, has led the council since 2016. Read the full results here. The following table lists council wards, communities and associated geographical areas. 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. Stephanie Lynch won the Aberavon byelection, which took place in May 2021 after the passing of Labour councillor Steffan ap Dafydd, by 677 votes (39%). We and our partners store and/or access information on a device, such as cookies and process personal data, such as unique identifiers and standard information sent by a device for personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, and audience insights, as well as to develop and improve products. [1] It was preceded by the 2004 election and followed by the 2012 election. [1] It was followed by the 1999 election. The event is held at Neath Library, Saturday 11th March from 10:30-3. 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. Four candidates (from the sixty four seats available) were elected unopposed. Labour also performed well to end on 11 while the Tories lost six seats to finish on 10. Both Labour and the independents in Merthyr Tydfil won 15 seats at this years Merthyr Tydfil Council meaning no one has overall control of the authority, although there are two independent groups on the council. A recount is required in the Connah's Quay South and Buckley Bistre West wards, that will take place on Saturday morning. A new date for the election to the ward has been set to take place in just under two months. Something went wrong, please try again later. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Labour swept to victory in Newport, picking up seats in Conservative strongholds and returning an increased majority on the city council. The details of all candidates standing for the local elections in the Neath Port Talbot area have now been published. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is the local authority for the county borough of Neath Port Talbot, one of the 22 principal areas of Wales. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The council's main offices are at the Civic Centre in Port Talbot, which had been built in 1987 for the former Port Talbot Borough Council. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. If I am not making half the meetings then it is really difficult doing the job.". The election was preceded by the 2017 election. [1] It was preceded by the 2008 election and was followed by the 2017 election. "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 number of candidates increased compared with 1999. [1] It was preceded by the 2008 election and was followed by the 2017 election. Labour won more than half the votes five years ago, Get the latest news from Neath Port Talbot straight to your inbox. Read about our approach to external linking. Read more here. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. A by-election was held in Pelenna on 20 June 2019 following the death of Independent Councillor, Martin Ellis. 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. Labour have the greater experience here, with Dennis Keough and Rob Jones looking for re-election to NPTCBC. Search Neath and Port Talbot Guardian Death Notices . Elections. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) announced the election for the Port . Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. Blaenau Gwents 21-strong Labour group will meet next week to discuss who will form part of the executive for the council. 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. The election for one of the wards in Neath Port Talbot has been postponed after the death of a candidate. "We took nothing for granted," he said. At the council's annual general meeting (AGM) the full council votes to elect them to become the leader of the council. A by-election took place in the Neath South ward on 6 December 2012. Seven Labour councillors will be stepping down, including long-standing members Doreen Jones and Arwyn Woolcock. That is to say, no party or political group has achieved a majority of seats and is the localised equivalent to a hung parliament. Inevitably well have those over the weekend and perhaps on Monday and just relax and celebrate our achievements today and commiserations to some people weve lost some really good people today. Two independent candidates - Carl Jordan and Adam McGrath will also be running for election in the ward. "Legally, we must now postpone the election in the Port Talbot electoral ward. Three candidates (from the sixty seats available) were elected unopposed. And the Lib Dems have also improved on their vote. Political control of the council since 1996 has been held by the following parties:[6], The leaders of the council since 1996 have been:[7]. 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. Plaid Cymru will now have to elect a new leader at their AGM, which takes place three days before Carmarthenshire Council's AGM. 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. 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. Speaking of her time as councillor, Jane said: "I have thoroughly enjoyed it.". 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. In 2017, the Conservatives gained 11 seats taking their total to 23 but falling one short of an overall majority. Read more: Husband and wife both enjoy local election success as they are chosen to serve on Newport council. [4] The new authority was elected in 1995, but acted as a shadow authority alongside the outgoing county and district councils until the new arrangements took effect the following year. How Do I Register To Vote? 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. The two independent candidates now elected into her former Ynysddu ward each have more than 1100 votes each. Chris James was elected as a Labour candidate in 2017. Read the full results here. 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. [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]. 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. Outgoing leader Nigel Daniels lost his seat as Labour won 21 seats overall and wrestled back control of Blaenau Gwent from the independents. "I didn't stand as a councillor for the money. It was a Labour council that was on the front line supporting the vulnerable, distributing weekly food boxes, keeping schools open for the children of key workers and turning culture and leisure hubs into mass vaccination centres. But there are some authorities in Wales - like Powys - which have no overall control. The fifth election to the Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 3 May 2012. Labour retained its majority. There may be talks lasting several weeks to decide who runs the authority. Caerphilly County Borough Council will have to elect a new leader after the current leader Philippa Marsden was defeated this time round. [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. It takes their total number of councillors to 14 and nine respectively, with the Conservatives also winning nine seats, an increase of one, and the Liberal Democrats standing still on one. The new ballot papers will be lilac-coloured to help voters make sure they return the correct one. They had a single councillor in 2017, and now they have two, Ceri Phillips and Helen Clarke who took two seats in Coedffranc West. I think theres conversations to be had. The independents had a poor results day, losing six seats in 2022 and ending on 10. With 75 seats on the council, it makes up nearly three-quarters of the council. I couldn't do that [as a councillor]," said Jamie. Following the ward boundary changes, Margam and Tai-bach are two of the electoral divisions that have amalgamated into one with three seats available. Read more: 'The 12 Neath Port Talbot councillors stepping down ahead of May elections'. Read how the result unfolded here. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 5 May 2022 as part of wider local elections across Wales. Three candidates running in Briton Ferry - independent, Chris James, and Plaid candidates Lindsay Barnett and Delyth Barnett - were previously Labour. All council seats were up for election. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 2023 BBC. Also looking to unsettle Labour's 26-year dominance in the county borough - having won a majority in every local government election since NPTCBC's foundation in 1996 - are the independents, who have 32 candidates running. Both Labour and the Liberal Democrats made gains in Pembrokeshire but the council is left with no overall control. It's the leader who appoints and chairs the cabinet. ", Jane Jones, the only Independent councillor who decided not to stand for re-election, said she also looks back on her time at NPTCBC with fondness. 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. Labour held the local authority increasing its number of representatives in the council chamber by eight. Communities with a community council are indicated with a '*': The Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council administrates or jointly controls a number of business interests, which include: Bwrdeistref Sirol Castell-nedd Port Talbot, "Plaid Cymru and independents agree to share power on Neath Port Talbot Council", "The new leader of Neath Port Talbot Council wants to make it the best authority in Wales", "Neath Port Talbot Council Leader steps down in 'cow' row", "Independent and Plaid coalition takes control of Neath Port Talbot Council", "Borough of Port Talbot: Transfer to new Civic Offices", "Number of electoral wards in Neath Port Talbot to fall resulting in four fewer councillors", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Neath_Port_Talbot_County_Borough_Council&oldid=1118667874, Bryncoch, Dyffryn, Longford, Neath Abbey, White Gates, Cirrinau, Cwm Dyffryn, Mynydd Emroch, Pen y Cae, Velindre, This page was last edited on 28 October 2022, at 06:40. Coalition agreements in notes column. 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. ", Read more: 'What Plaid Cymru has in store for Neath Port Talbot if they win in the May elections'. 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. There are two outstanding seats to be decided later this month. The leader for the next five years will have to be agreed depending on the outcome of this. [3], The county borough and its council were created on 1 April 1996 under the Local Government (Wales) Act 1994. Elections take place every five years, electing sixty councillors. 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