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Business News Wales
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Business News Wales
Cllr Wayne Carpenter Named New Mayor of Neath Port Talbot
Councillor Wayne Carpenter has been sworn in as the new Mayor of Neath Port Talbot for 2025/26. Melin born Cllr Carpenter (Neath East), is the son of a Metal Box worker father and a mother who helped provide school meals in Neath for a large part of her life. For many years Cllr Carpenter administered youth arts and music for the former West Glamorgan County Council and was the administrator for the annual Margam Festival. A committed Christian, he later became a professional singer, recording four albums and touring the UK, Southern Ireland, the Channel Islands, South Africa and Romania. After becoming pastor of his home church, Bethel Elim, in Melin, he was ordained as a reverend, serving in Neath for 12 years then in Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil for ten years. As Regional Youth Director for his denomination for eight years, he encouraged, trained and developed youth work in 42 churches in Wales and the Southwest Midlands. In 2009 he was given the Citizen of The Year Award by Neath Town Council for work with young people and the elderly. He was sworn in by Neath Port Talbot Council Chief Executive Frances O'Brien at a ceremony as part of the council's Annual General Meeting at Margam Orangery, where he paid tribute to the work during the past year of outgoing Mayor and Mayoress, Cllr Matthew Crowley and his wife Michelle Crowley. His Mayoress this year will be his wife, Carol. They have two children, Claire and Christian, and six grandchildren Grace, Layla, Jacob, Reuben, Faith and Isabella. Cllr Carpenter will raise funds during his mayoral year for these two causes: Type-1-Derful – A local charity under the umbrella of Diabetes UK, it supports children and their families who have been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at a young age, organising summer camps and Christmas parties and helping finance some of the treatment needed by children with Type 1 diabetes. Alzheimer's Society Cymru – Another Welsh charity it seeks to support those diagnosed with Alzheimer's and their families. Cllr Carpenter said: 'It's a great honour and privilege for us to be inaugurated as Mayor and Mayoress of Neath Port Talbot Council. 'This authority recognises the importance of economic prosperity and works towards making Neath Port Talbot a thriving, forward looking, confident place where people want to live, work and visit – a place where jobs and businesses can flourish. 'I could never let this moment pass without thanking my wonderful wife and your new Mayoress Carol. We've been married for 50 years this year and can't think of a better way to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary by becoming your new Mayor and Mayoress.' Also sworn in at the ceremony were this year's Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayoress Cllr Alan Lockyer and his wife Jan Lockyer.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Iconic band led by former Sex Pistol to perform near Stroud
Post-punk legends led by an iconic rock frontman are set to rock Cheltenham Town Hall. Public Image Ltd (PiL), led by former Sex Pistols frontman John Lydon, also known as Johnny Rotten, will perform at the venue on Thursday, August 7 at 7.30pm as part of their This Is Not The Last Tour 2025. Formed in 1978 after the Sex Pistols disbanded, PiL quickly gained a reputation for their innovative fusion of dance, folk, pop, rock, and dub. Their sound has kept them at the forefront of the post-punk scene, earning five UK Top 20 singles and albums, and securing their reputation as one of the most influential alternative bands of the last four decades. The band's 1978 debut album, Public Image: First Issue, marked a significant shift from traditional punk rock, introducing a heavy, experimental sound. Their second album, Metal Box (1979), further solidified their status as musical pioneers. Originally released in a metal film canister, the album's deep dub basslines, sharp, discordant guitars, and abstract lyrical themes have made it one of the most influential albums in post-punk history. PiL's biggest hits include Rise, This Is Not A Love Song, and Don't Ask Me, all of which blend catchy melodies with politically charged lyrics. Their live shows are known for their energy and unpredictability. Over the years, PiL's lineup has changed several times, with Lydon being the only constant member. Following a 17 year hiatus starting in 1992, the current lineup came together in 2009, with Lydon performing alongside guitarist Robert 'Lu' Edmonds, drummer Bruce Smith, and bassist Scott Firth. This lineup has spurred on the band's recent revival, releasing albums such as This is PiL (2012) and What The World Needs Now… (2015). The Cheltenham performance is part of their latest tour, which includes dates across the UK and Ireland. Fans can look forward to a setlist that covers the band's entire career, featuring both classic hits and lesser-known tracks. Tickets for the Cheltenham Town Hall concert are priced at £41.40, including a £2 booking fee. They can be bought on the venue's official website. For accessibility needs, customers can call 01242 528 764 to arrange suitable seating.
