Read more here. "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. The election for one of the wards in Neath Port Talbot has been postponed after the death of a candidate. The government confirmed the change with effect from 2 April 1996, one day after the new council came into being. 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. Voters will rightly look at what the parties are promising for the future of Neath Port Talbot, this will be what we are judged on in May and we will continue to work hard for every single vote, in every single community.. "When I first started I was able to nip out to meetings, but because I have got a more responsible job [at Tata] now, when I am working I am really struggling to attend [them]. Ceri Golding and Mark Jones were elected as Labour candidates in 2012. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 4 May 2017 as part of wider local elections across Wales. I was very pleased with how it went in my ward." Returning officer for Neath Port Talbot Council, Karen Jones, said: We send our deepest condolences to Andrews family at this sad time. 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. The Independents chose not to work with his successor, Jeff Edmunds, and turned to Plaid. Neath Port Talbot is responsible for the constituency elections in Aberavon and Neath. But a new date for . Postal voters affected will be sent a new postal vote. 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 incumbent Flintshire Council leader, Labour's Ian Roberts was successful in the Flint Castle ward once again. 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. The by-election was caused by the resignation of Labour councillor Alex Thomas.[3]. 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. How Do I Register To Vote? There is no guarantee of that however, because the independents are, by definition, are not a single party group. A by-election was held in Aberavon on 6 May 2021 following the death of Labour Councillor, Steffan ap Dafydd. Both Labour and the Liberal Democrats made gains in Pembrokeshire but the council is left with no overall control. Talk 10:30am - 11:15 am. Kris Lloyd had held the seat for Labour at a by-election following the death of the previous councilor. [1] It was preceded by the 2008 election and was followed by the 2017 election. 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). Compared with Neath Port Talbot Residents Association in 2008. elections to the other 21 local authorities in Wales, "Local Election Results 2012: Neath Port Talbot", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=2012_Neath_Port_Talbot_County_Borough_Council_election&oldid=1140062539, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council elections, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 18 February 2023, at 06:45. Sign up for free here. If the two groups were to agree an alliance, it would mean Labour would lose control of the authority and the incumbent leader, Cllr Edward Latham, could potentially lose the top job. 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. Overview [ edit] Coalition agreements in notes column. It occurred when the Labour party, which was in coalition with the Independents, removed their own council leader, Kevin Madge. At the time of writing, the Vale of Glamorgan had yet to declare their results. Labour has held onto power in Swansea after securing 45 seats in the council elections. The party has now managed to cross the threshold for majority which is 18 members. 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. Labour retained its majority. But a new date for the Port Talbot electoral ward has been set for 23 June following news of Mr Tutton's death. A by-election was held in Pelenna on 20 June 2019 following the death of Independent Councillor, Martin Ellis. Its expected that Cllr Steve Thomas, for Tredegar Central and West, will take up the position of leader of the council. Four candidates (from the sixty four seats available) were elected unopposed. 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. However, he said more needs to be done. [1] Following the ward boundary changes, Margam and Tai-bach are two of the electoral divisions that have amalgamated into one with three seats available. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Lindsay and Chris will be coming up against Labour's Gareth Rice in Briton Ferry East. Karen Jones, returning officer for the council, said: "We send our deepest condolences to Andrew's family at this sad time. 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. Elections at all other wards in the county borough will continue to take place on May 5. Scott Jones was elected as a Labour candidate in 2017. With 60 seats in the chamber, they need 31 to form a majority. 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. Three candidates (from the sixty seats available) were elected unopposed. And the Lib Dems have also improved on their vote. 145 12. A new date for the election to the ward has been set to take place in just under two months. There is no overall control in Denbighshire following the 2022 result. [1] It was preceded by the 2008 election and was followed by the 2017 election. "Legally, we must now postpone the election in the Port Talbot electoral ward. An election to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council was held on 4 May 2017 as part of wider local elections across Wales. 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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). Outgoing leader Nigel Daniels lost his seat as Labour won 21 seats overall and wrestled back control of Blaenau Gwent from the independents. 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. Cllr Roberts said: "Personally, my result was the first to be declared today. Mr Daniels, who firmly denies the accusation, survived a subsequent vote-of-no-confidence. It's a really strong Labour vote that came out again. "It is difficult to get into politics. Three candidates (from the sixty seats available) were elected unopposed. It was a mixed day for Labour and they will fall short of an overall majority as Independents increased both their seats and share of the vote. - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. It remains to be seen who will take the leadership going forward. The last election was 5 May 2022. The following results were announced following the elections. A by-election was held in Bryncoch South on 23 November 2017 following the death of Plaid Cymru councillor, Janice Dudley. But the Tories lost control of the administration having been in charge since 2017. Register of Electors - Neath Port Talbot Council Home Council, Democracy & Elections Elections and Voting Your feedback will help us improve this website. A number of wards across Neath Port Talbot are predicted to go down to the wire in this year's local government elections. Labour retained control of Cardiff council with leader Cllr Huw Thomas set to remain in charge. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Mr Dole has spent 14 years elected as a county councillor and seven of those as leader. Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council (NPTCBC) announced the election for the Port . 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. Find out about metal detecting clubs near you. "That ward is going to be very keenly contested again," said Plaid Cymru chair for Aberafan, Mark Edwards. Legally we must now postpone the election in the Port Talbot electoral ward. Register of Electors. Scott Jones stood down from the Labour Party in 2018. One Green candidate was elected along with five independents. 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. We will deliver on our manifesto pledges.". There was a significant fall in the turnout in many wards and this appears to have worked to Labour's advantage in several instances. A further by-election took place in the Sandfields East ward on 30 October 2014, following the death of Mike Davies. I have already contacted the other candidates and will be writing to all affected electors.. 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Independent leader of the council, Rosemarie Harris, lost out to Lib Dem Jackie Charlton. We need more youngsters to have a broader perspective in the council.". Mr Daniels - who faced a vote of no confidence back in March - lost his seat in Abertillery. The party elected Bryan Davies, who represents Llannarth, as her successor as its group leader. It follows the postponement of the election in Port Talbot ward, following the death of independent candidate Andrew Tutton during election campaigning. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 06 Feb 2023 3 minute read. This year, both Plaid and Labour have matched up with an equal number of candidates in Neath South and East. You would get people from more diverse backgrounds. He added: "I really enjoyed it. The next election is due in 2027. They don't see the little picture, which is helping individuals [with] what could be small things to you or [me], but to that particular person [it] is a big thing that causes them sleepless nights. 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. The by-election for the seat is taking place following the passing of Labour county councillor . The two independent candidates now elected into her former Ynysddu ward each have more than 1100 votes each. Read the full results here. "This is a historic third term, no other party in the history Cardiff council since it was established in 1995 has won a third term," he added. 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. Plaid Cymru, Labour and the Lib Dems have all grown their numbers in this election compared with the last, and there has been a Green party seat, after a victory in the newly-created Forden and Montgomery ward for Jeremy Thorp. These were the fifth elections held following local government reorganisation. Caerphilly County Borough Council will have to elect a new leader after the current leader Philippa Marsden was defeated this time round. The number of candidates increased compared with 1999. Changes in political colour, a couple of shock losses and natural churn see a wave of new leaders set to take control of some of the councils in Wales. Representing the Morgan Jones ward, he is also cabinet member for infrastructure and property. His party took back control of a council it lost five years ago which meant it did not have overall control for 2017-2022. Party with the most elected councillors in bold. Labour maintained control of the authority. She was edged out by Labour's Wendy Treeby. Two Labour Tai-bach councillors, Anthony J. Taylor and Rachel Taylor have decided not to run for re-election this year. Elections take place every five years, electing sixty councillors. 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. 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". The leader for the next five years will have to be agreed depending on the outcome of this. [At some councils] they meet in the evening. 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