Councillor Sharon Freeguard

...the Capital Strategy and the Capital Programme for 2026/27 to 2028/29, along with delegation arrangements, were commended to Council for approval.

...agreed to develop and submit an Expression of Interest for Port Talbot and the Afan Valley to the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition, and delegated authority to the Head of Leisure, Tourism, Heritage and Culture to submit it and engage with partners.

...the granting of a Deed of Variation to Baglan RFC Limited to allow the erection of a secure boundary fence on Ty Isaf Playing Fields, subject to planning permission being granted.

...the 24/7 opening of parks and gardens for pedestrian access, with the exception of Victoria Gardens which will retain traditional opening and closing times, be approved.

...the Cabinet recommended to Council the approval of the Treasury Management Strategy, Annual Investment Strategy, and Minimum Revenue Provision Policy for 2026/27.