Decisions

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Decisions published

06/10/2022 - Lane to rear of 1-17 Crown Street, Port Talbot - Removal of Existing No Entry Traffic Regulation Order ref: 2928    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the integrated impact assessment, approval be granted to advertise the proposed removal of the No Entry traffic regulation order at the southern end of the rear lane to 1-17 Crown Street, Port Talbot (as detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and if no objections are received that the proposals be implemented on site as advertised.

Wards affected: Port Talbot;


06/10/2022 - A474 Neath Road, Bryncoch (Revocation) and 40 mph Speed Limits - Traffic Regulation Order 2022 ref: 2929    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the integrated impact assessment, the objection be overruled to the A474 Neath Road, Bryncoch (Revocation) and (40 mph Speed Limits) Traffic Regulation Order 2022 (as detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and that the scheme be implemented on site as advertised.

Wards affected: Bryncoch North;


06/10/2022 - Subsidised Bus Service - Contract Extensions ref: 2926    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the Integrated Impact Assessment, the current subsidised bus contracts be extended until the 31st March 2023 to allow time for the budget setting process to take place.

Wards affected: (All Wards);


06/10/2022 - Gelli Houses Tunnel Report ref: 2927    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

Following the proposal of the Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Scrutiny Committee, held prior to this meeting, Members were supportive of the addition to the recommendation, as detailed below:

 

That having given due regard to the first stage Integrated Impact Assessment:

1.    That Option 2 detailed within the circulated report, be pursued for the foreseeable future, with palisade fencing to each end of the tunnel being maintained as existing.

 

2.    That a feasibility study for future use be carried out, and the subsequent options be brought to the Committee within the next 12 months.

Wards affected: Cymer and Glyncorrwg;


06/10/2022 - Cemetery Rules and Regulations ref: 2924    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

1.    That the implementation of the new burial times on a 6 month trial be continued. That a review be undertaken after a 6-month period, and make any necessary changes after further consultation with funeral directors.

2.    That the vehicle provision be continued as is currently, and allow 24/7 access to Neath Port Talbot Council owned cemeteries, with the addition of safety measures as detailed in the background section of the circulated report. That the situation be continued to be closely monitored, and address any complaints that are received individually and in a timely manner.

3.    That the width of a headstone be increased from 610mm to 762mm.

4.    That the provision of new bricked graves within Neath Port Talbot Council owned cemeteries be ceased.

5.    That the current arrangement in regards to memorial seats be continued, that no further individual memorial benches within the cemeteries be allowed. That community benches be installed as an alternative, allowing those that request a memorial bench to have the option of a plaque on a community bench.

Wards affected: (All Wards);


06/10/2022 - Street Naming and Numbering Policy and Fees ref: 2925    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

1.    That the Street Naming and Numbering Policy document as set out in Appendix A of the circulated report be approved

2.    That the changes to the fees charged for services delivered by the Street Naming & Numbering function as set out in Appendix B of the circulated report be approved

3.    That delegated powers be granted to the Director of Environment and Regeneration, and the Head of Engineering and Transport, for the naming of new streets and renaming of existing streets in the County Borough

Wards affected: (All Wards);


06/10/2022 - Junction of Hawthorn Close and Ynys y Gwas, Cwmavon - Proposed prohibition of waiting at any time traffic regulation order ref: 2933    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the integrated impact assessment, approval be granted to advertise the proposed prohibition of waiting at any time traffic regulation order on Hawthorn Close at the junction with Ynys y Gwas (as detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and if no objections are received that the proposals be implemented on site as advertised.

Wards affected: Bryn and Cwmavon;


06/10/2022 - List of Approved Contractors ref: 2934    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the Integrated Impact Assessment, the List of Approved Contractors be amended as follows:-

 

Companies to be added to the List of Approved Contractors.

The following companies have applied to be included on the list and passed the required assessments:-

 

Company

Category

Blakedown Sport & Play Ltd (B040)

106

Tegfan Groundworks (T037)

2,6,7,15,

16,71,76,

77,78,79,

84,85 &89

Wayne’s World of Waste Removal (W041)

7

Europest Environmental Services Ltd (E032)

4,5

 

Companies to be removed from List of Approved Contractors

The following companies have failed to meet NPTCBC criteria due to no Health & Safety assessment/accreditation and therefore, are to be removed from the List of Approved Contractors:-

 

Company

Category

Unicorn Southern Ltd (U001)

20

Forge Leisure Ltd (F009)

64

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);


06/10/2022 - Lewis Road, George Street, Edward Street, Lewis Road Lane, Westernmoor Road and Upland Road (7.5 Tonne Weight Restriction Except for Access) Order 2022 ref: 2932    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

1.    That having given due regard to the integrated impact assessment, the objection be overruled to the Lewis Road, George Street, Edward Street, Lewis Road Lane, Westernmoor Road and Upland Road (7.5 Tonne Weight Restriction Except for Access) Order 2022, (as detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and that the scheme be implemented as advertised.

2.    That the objector be informed of the decision accordingly.

Wards affected: Neath East; Neath South;


06/10/2022 - Proposed Traffic Regulation Order associated with the Planning Conditions for the Housing Development at Clos Gelli Wen, Alltwen ref: 2931    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the integrated impact screening assessment, approval be granted to advertise the Traffic Regulation Order associated with the planning conditions for the new Housing Development Clos Gelli Wen, Alltwen (As detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and if no objections are received that the proposals be implemented on site as advertised.

Wards affected: Allt-wen;


06/10/2022 - Proposed Traffic Regulation Order Associated with the Planning Conditions for the new Housing Development, Clos Castan, Neath ref: 2930    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the integrated impact assessment, approval be granted to advertise the Traffic Regulation Order associated with the planning conditions for the new Housing Development Clos Castan, Neath (As detailed in Appendix A to the circulated report) and if no objections are received that the proposal be implemented on site as advertised.

Wards affected: Neath East;


06/10/2022 - Proposed Re-development of Catering Kiosk and Public Convenience at Western End of Aberavon Seafront ref: 2935    For Determination

Decision Maker: Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 06/10/2022 - Environment, Regeneration and Streetscene Services Cabinet Board

Decision published: 06/10/2022

Effective from: 06/10/2022

Wards affected: Sandfields West;


04/10/2022 - Compliments and Complaints Annual Report 2021-2022 ref: 2941    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 04/10/2022

Decision:

That the report be noted.


04/10/2022 - Public Service Ombudsman for Wales Annual Report 2021/2022 ref: 2942    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 04/10/2022

Decision:

That the report be noted.


04/10/2022 - Sundry Debtor Write Offs (Exempt Under Paragraph 14) ref: 2946    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022


04/10/2022 - Welsh Church Act Trust Fund Draft Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2021-22 ref: 2938    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022

Decision:

1.   That the Draft Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Welsh Church Act Trust Fund 2021/2022 be approved.

 

2.   That the Draft Annual Report and Financial Statements are submitted to the Wales Audit Office for independent examination.

 

3.   That the accounts be submitted to the Charity Commission, if no material changes are identified by Wales Audit Office.


04/10/2022 - Neath Port Talbot Welsh Church Act Trust Fund ref: 2940    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022

Decision:

That a grant of 25% of the actual total cost be made available to a maximum of £1,000 towards costs of works to redecorate entrance, staircase x 2, small chapel and kitchen area of Sardis English Baptist Church.


04/10/2022 - Miscellaneous Grant Fund Applications ref: 2939    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022

Decision:

1.   That the Trustees of Community Ventures Port Talbot CIC be granted £6,800 per annum towards the cost of the rent of £7,150 pa in relation to the lease of Baglan Community Centre. 

 

2.   That the Trustees of Community Ventures Port Talbot CIC be granted £13,600 per annum towards the cost of the rent of £14,300 pa in relation to Taibach Community Education Centre.

 

3.   That the Trustees of Dyfed Road, Bowling Association be granted £680 per annum towards the cost of the rent £715 per annum in relation to the lease of Bowls Pavillion at Dyfed Road Sports Ground.

 

4.   That the Trustees of Aberavon Green Stars Rugby Football Club be granted £2,040 per annum towards the cost of rent of £2,145 per annum in relation to the lease of Playing Fields and Pavilion at Little Warren Playing Fields Port Talbot.

 

5.   That Me, Myself and I and MMI Trading with Care be granted £10,000 per annum in relation to the cost of rent of £10,600 per annum in relation to the lease of Brynhyfryd School.

 

6.   That the Pelenna Community Council be granted £570 per annum towards the cost of rent of £600 per annum in relation to the lease of land at Miles End Playing Field, Tonmawr.

 

7.   That the Trustees of Gwynfi Affiliated Sports Project (GASP) be granted £330 per annum towards the cost of rent of £350 per annum in relation to the lease of unused land at Park Lane, Blaengwynfi.

 

8.   That a grant of £250 be granted to the Wales Seniors Cricket in respect of representation by a local resident who plays for Tata Steel Cricket Club at the Inaugural over 60’s Cricket World Cup Brisbane held September 2022.


04/10/2022 - Welsh Language Promotion Strategy 21/22 ref: 2937    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022

Decision:

That the Head of People and Organisational Development be given delegated authority to make such changes as may be needed to the Annual Report prior to publication, provided that such changes do not materially alter the content of the document considered by Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee.


04/10/2022 - Strategic Equality Plan Annual Report 21/22 ref: 2936    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 09/10/2022

Decision:

That the Head of People and Organisational Development be granted delegated authority to make such changes as may be needed to the Annual Report prior to publication, provided that such changes do not materially alter the content of the document considered by Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee.


04/10/2022 - Debtor Write Offs (Exempt Under Paragraph 14) ref: 2944    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 04/10/2022


04/10/2022 - Regulations of Investigatory Powers Act Policy ref: 2943    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Made at meeting: 04/10/2022 - Cabinet (Policy and Resources) Sub Committee

Decision published: 04/10/2022

Effective from: 04/10/2022

Decision:

That the report be noted.


27/09/2022 - Appointment of School Governors ref: 2923    For Determination

Decision Maker: Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 27/09/2022 - Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Decision published: 29/09/2022

Effective from: 27/09/2022

Decision:

Decisions

 

To appoint LA Governor Representatives to existing vacancies and vacancies that will arise up to and including the end of the spring term 2022/2023.

 

Awel y Mor Primary School

Appointment of Cllr Matthew Crowley as of the 1st January 2023.

 

Blaengwrach Prmairy School

Appointment of Mrs. Sharon Davies, as of the 1st April 2023.

Appointment of Cllr Hayley Davies with immediate effect.

Removal of Mrs. Carolyn Edwards, with immediate effect.

 

Coed Hirwaun Primary

Appointment of Mrs. Beverly Bolton, as of the 1st May 2023.

Appointment of Mr. Kenneth Robbins, as of the 1st May 2023.

 

Coedffranc Primary School

Appointment of Cllr. Arthur P H Davies, as of the 1st January 2023

Appointment of Mr. Stephen James, as of the 1st January 2023

 

Cwmafan Primary School

Appointment of Mrs. Myra Mizen, with immediate effect.

Appointment of Mrs. Anne-Marie Curtis, as of the 1st February 2023.

 

Cwmnedd Primary School

Appointment of Mrs Janet Gregory, as of the 1st May 2023.

 

Dwr-y-Felin Comprehensive

Appointment of Mr. Andrew Wong, as of the 1st April 2023.

 

Eastern Primary School

Appointment of Mr. Kenneth Tucker, as of the 1st April 2023.

 

Llangiwg Community School

Appointment of Mr. Martin Naughton, as of the 1st January 2023.

Maesmarchog Primary

Appointment of Mr. Wayne Hopkins, as of the 1st January 2023.

 

Sandfields Primary School

Appointment of Cllr. Andrew Dacey, with immediate effect

Appointment of Mrs. Suzanne Amos, as of the 1st January 2023

Appointment of Mrs. Susan Harvey, as of the 1st May 2023.

 

Tairgwaith Primary School

Appointment of Mr. Stephen Wadley, as of the 1st April 2023.

 

Tonnau Primary School

Appointment of Mr. Robert Miller, as of the 1st April 2023.

 

Tywyn Primary School

Appointment of Cllr. Matthew Crowley, as of the 1st January 2023.

 

YGG Castell-nedd

Appointment of Mr. John Roger Williams, as of the 1st January 2023.

 

Ysgol Bae Baglan

Appointment of Dr. Natalie Wint, with immediate effect.

 

Ysgol Carreg Hir

Appointment of Cllr. Christopher James, as of the 13th November 2022.

Appointment of Mr. Hugh James, as of the 13th November 2022.

Appointment of Mr. Peter Nedin, as of the 13th November 2022.

 

Ysgol Cwm Brombil

Appointment of Cllr. Rob Jones, as of the 15th November 2022.

Appointment of Cllr. Dennis Keogh, as of the 15th November 2022.

Appointment of Cllr. Rhidian Mizen, as of the 15th November 2022.

Appointment of Cllr. David Whitelock, as of the 15th November 2022.

 

Ysgol Gymraeg Ystalyfera-Bro Dur

Appointment of Mr. Tudur Jones, as of the 1st April 2023.

 

Ysgol Hendrefelin

Appointment of Mr. Richard Blank, as of the 1st February 2023.

 

It was agreed to defer the following vacancies until the next meeting, as no applicants had been received to date,

Baglan Primary School

Creunant Primary School

Dwr Y Felin x 1 vacancy

St Joseph’s Catholic Junior School

Tonnau Primary School x 2 vacancies

YGG Blaendulais

Ygg Cwmnedd

YGG Cwmllynfell

YGG Pontardawe

YGG Rhosafan

Ysgol Bae Baglan x 1 vacancy

 

Wards affected: Aberavon; Baglan; Blaengwrach and Glynneath West; Briton Ferry East; Bryn and Cwmavon; Bryncoch North; Bryncoch South; Coedffranc Central; Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters; Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera; Glynneath Central and East; Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynaman; Margam and Taibach; Neath North; Pontardawe; Resolven and Tonna; Sandfields East; Sandfields West;


27/09/2022 - Welsh in Education Strategic Plan ref: 2921    For Determination

Decision Maker: Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 27/09/2022 - Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Decision published: 27/09/2022

Effective from: 27/09/2022

Decision:

 

That having given due regard to the Integrated Impact Assessment, members approve the final WESP and commend the report to Council for permission to publish and progress implementation.

 

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);


27/09/2022 - Play Sufficiency Assessment ref: 2922    For Determination

Decision Maker: Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 27/09/2022 - Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Decision published: 27/09/2022

Effective from: 27/09/2022

Decision:

That the Play Sufficiency Assessment action plan be
approved to outline priorities for the delivery and development of play in Neath Port Talbot.

Wards affected: (All Wards);


27/09/2022 - Disposal of Land at Neath Leisure Centre ref: 2920    Recommendations Approved

Decision Maker: Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Made at meeting: 27/09/2022 - Education, Skills & Wellbeing Cabinet Board

Decision published: 27/09/2022

Effective from: 27/09/2022

Decision:

That having given due regard to the first stage Integrated Impact Assessment:

 

a)   Declare the land and premises at Neath Leisure Centre at Dyfed Rd, Neath surplus to the ongoing strategic leisure requirements of the Education, Leisure and Lifelong Learning Service and once vacant transfer ongoing responsibility for the future management and disposal to the Head of Property and Regeneration.

 

b)   That Head of Participation and the Head of Property and

Regeneration be granted delegated authority to accept a surrender of the existing lease of the facility from the existing tenant.

 

c)    That the Head of Property and Regeneration in conjunction with the Head of Legal Services be granted delegated authority to serve a termination notice on and ensure vacant possession is obtained by the existing sub tenant of part of the facility.

 

d)   That Delegated Authority be granted to the Head of Property and Regeneration in conjunction with the Head of Legal Services to enter into a short term lease for Celtic Leisure to operate the new Neath Leisure Centre from its opening until 31st March 2023 date of the transfer of indoor leisure services into the Council. (or, if the 31st March 2023 date is not met, the date when leisure services are brought back in house).

 

Wards affected: Neath East; Neath North; Neath South;