Keep up to date with results and the reaction as they unfold on our live blog here. "That ward is going to be very keenly contested again," said Plaid Cymru chair for Aberafan, Mark Edwards. ", Read more: 'What Plaid Cymru has in store for Neath Port Talbot if they win in the May elections'. Elections take place every five years, electing sixty councillors. Labour's Cllr Huw David, for Cefn Cribwr, has led the council since 2016. 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. 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. 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. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) announced the election for the Port . Read the full result here. The details of all candidates standing for the local elections in the Neath Port Talbot area have now been published. They had a single councillor in 2017, and now they have two, Ceri Phillips and Helen Clarke who took two seats in Coedffranc West. To be able to help someone when they have got those problems is, to me, more important than all of the razzmatazz. 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. The party elected Bryan Davies, who represents Llannarth, as her successor as its group 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. The party's share of the vote in the local election 2022 has dramatically reduced, with the party falling from 43 seats to just 25. 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.". A recount is required in the Connah's Quay South and Buckley Bistre West wards, that will take place on Saturday morning. Cllr Neil Moore, Labour, has been leader since May 2019. Election Results County. "It is difficult to get into politics. The key wards where Neath Port Talbot council election could be won and lost - Wales Online The key wards where Neath Port Talbot council election could be won and lost Aberavon. The party will have to decide if he will take on the role of leader however. "That is not to say that I wouldn't go back to it in the future," he said. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. On the same day there were elections to the other 21 local authorities in Wales and community councils in Wales. Monmouthshire Conservative leader Cllr John kept his seat but told ITV Wales: "I think the public has spoken loudly and clearly and has sent a message that the party needs to consider.". It is 24/7.". Three candidates (from the sixty seats available) were elected unopposed. Ceri Golding and Mark Jones were elected as Labour candidates in 2012. There is no guarantee of that however, because the independents are, by definition, are not a single party group. And the Lib Dems have also improved on their vote. 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. 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 running for re-election. The Plaid candidate who will be looking to retain their seat alongside Stephanie will be Nigel Thomas Hunt. The following table lists council wards, communities and associated geographical areas. Lindsay and Chris will be coming up against Labour's Gareth Rice in Briton Ferry East. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Search Neath and Port Talbot Guardian Death Notices . The council was controlled by the Labour Party from its creation in 1996 until 2022, when Plaid Cymru and a group of independent councillors agreed to share power. Independent councillor, Steve Hunt, became the new leader of council, with Plaid Cymru councillor, Alun Llewelyn, as the new Deputy Leader. 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. Other candidates who were preparing to stand for Port Talbot on May 5 alongside Mr Tutton include independent candidate Kimberley Isherwood; Saifur Rahaman and Sharon Freeguard for Labour; and Plaid Cymru's Melissa Stanford-Roberts. Jonnie Fishlock and Poppy Lloyd for Plaid will be up against the experienced Peter Rees and Rose Widlake for Labour in Neath South. Find out about metal detecting clubs near you. I have already contacted the other candidates and will be writing to all affected electors.. 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. Jan Jones won 1162, while Janine Reed won 1150. Olga Jones and Len Willis were deselected and stood as Independents (Willis in a neighboring ward). 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. The independents came away with the biggest share on seats, picking up four more than in 2017 to finish on 22. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. All councils in Wales operate a leader and cabinet model. If the two groups were to agree an alliance, it would mean Labour would lose control of the authority. It adds to your work day, but in any job you might have to work over time or longer hours. Returning officer for Neath Port Talbot Council, Karen Jones, said: We send our deepest condolences to Andrews family at this sad time. In no overall control councils a leader will still be elected by the council to form the ruling administration, from a coalition or the largest party governing alone. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Independent leader of the council, Rosemarie Harris, lost out to Lib Dem Jackie Charlton. I was very pleased with how it went in my ward." The party has now managed to cross the threshold for majority which is 18 members. But there are some authorities in Wales - like Powys - which have no overall control. [1] Contents 1 Ward results 1.1 Aberavon (three seats) Following her party's victory, Cllr Mudd - who retained her seat in Malpas - said she was "absolutely delighted the people of Newport have put their trust in Labour". 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The party's share of the vote in the local election 2022 has dramatically reduced, with the party falling from 43 seats to just 25. There are a lot of groups that I will still be associated with and I will always be here for anyone who needs help. All council seats were up for election. With 75 seats on the council, it makes up nearly three-quarters of the council. 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. Read more: 'The 12 Neath Port Talbot councillors stepping down ahead of May elections'. Meanwhile, the Green Party has their very first Neath Port Talbot councillor, following the success of candidate Nathan Goldup-John in Coedffranc Central. (Image: Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council) Labour have lost its grip on Neath Port Talbot. Andrew Jenkins. On the same day there were elections to the other 21 local authorities in Wales and community councils in Wales. A by-election took place in the Neath South ward on 6 December 2012. Incumbent leader, independent Cllr David Simpson, will be looking to retain his position in the top job but that will depend on what happens next. Read the full results here. The by-election was caused by the resignation of Labour councillor Alex Thomas.[3]. Voting for Wales' local council elections will take place on 5 May. Chaves and Evans were deselected as Labour candidates and stood as Independents. Neath Port Talbot had been a Labour stronghold, having been in power from 1996 until 2022. Read the full results here. The number of candidates increased compared with 1999. Discussions are now set to take place over the coming days over how the council is run going forward. A by-election was held in Gwynfi on 16 August 2018 following the resignation of Labour Councillor, Ralph Thomas, after a secondary school was closed by the Council. The party's share of the vote in the local election 2022 has dramatically reduced,. The Lib Dems are the largest party but with 24 councillors returned they are well short of the 35 they need for a majority. [10] The new leadership was formally confirmed at the annual council meeting on 7 June 2022. [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. On 23 May 2022, it was announced that a coalition between the Plaid Cymru and Independent groups would lead the council. "People only see the big picture. I think theres conversations to be had. Labour held the local authority increasing its number of representatives in the council chamber by eight. I don't know what the answer is to get more youngsters into politics. The fifth election to the Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 3 May 2012. Former Plaid Cymru councillor at Neath Port Talbot Council, Jamie Evans, Former Neath Port Talbot Council member, Jamie Evans said he thinks more needs to be done to attract younger people to the role, Scott Bamsey (right) and Nigel Hunt with former South Wales West AM Bethan Sayed after the 2017 local government elections, The local government elections will take place on May 5. It's a really strong Labour vote that came out again. He added: "I really enjoyed it. Read more: Husband and wife both enjoy local election success as they are chosen to serve on Newport council. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The two independent candidates now elected into her former Ynysddu ward each have more than 1100 votes each. A further by-election took place in the Sandfields East ward on 30 October 2014, following the death of Mike Davies. [3], The county borough and its council were created on 1 April 1996 under the Local Government (Wales) Act 1994. A number of wards across Neath Port Talbot are predicted to go down to the wire in this year's local government elections. Contact Electoral Services Electoral Services Electoral Registration Officer Civic. How Do I Register To Vote? Scott Jones stood down from the Labour Party in 2018. Labour maintained control of the authority.[1]. Caerphilly County Borough Council will have to elect a new leader after the current leader Philippa Marsden was defeated this time round. Mr Daniels - who faced a vote of no confidence back in March - lost his seat in Abertillery. ", 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. Bring along your artefacts for identification & help with what to do next. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) announced the election for the Port Talbot ward, which was due to take place on May 5, will be rearranged following the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton. 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. Labour have the greater experience here, with Dennis Keough and Rob Jones looking for re-election to NPTCBC. 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. A by-election was held in Bryncoch South on 23 November 2017 following the death of Plaid Cymru councillor, Janice Dudley. If the pay was enough to survive on, you would get better representation. His party took back control of a council it lost five years ago which meant it did not have overall control for 2017-2022. 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