Council takes control of family respite service

MEMBERS of Neath Port Talbot Council have agreed on a move to bring their Family Link short breaks service for children with disabilities in house.

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It will see the service which offers overnight stays for children with disabilities brought under council control as opposed to the current service which is outsourced to charity Action for Children.

The move was decided at a recent council cabinet meeting where members were told how the current contract for the service was set to end in March 2026.

The respite service currently supports local children across the borough by giving them opportunities to spend time away from their home, have fun, and learn new skills.