33 councillors represent 14 wards. The council's own meetings website
Labour majority. The leader is Stephen Thomas (Labour). Every seat is up for election on Thursday 6 May 2027. The election guide has who holds the seats now and your ward.
It accepted each report. It agreed that the Audit Wales findings fit its own understanding and that the council's action plan responds satisfactorily to the recommendations. It also considered its forward work programme.
Cabinet met on 19 October 2026.
Cabinet accepted the decisions of its previous meeting. It agreed to delegate the appointment of Willmott Dixon as a shared Strategic Development and Investment Partner for Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen councils, at a cost of up to £300,000 plus VAT over 12 months.
It also noted two update reports: one on appeals and consultations, and one listing applications already decided.
The next council elections in Wales are on Thursday 6 May 2027. Every seat on every council is up for election.
Welsh Government. Closes 30 October 2026
Welsh Government. Closes 2 December 2026
Welsh Government. Closes 4 December 2026
Welsh Government. Closes 18 December 2026