PORT Talbot is entering an exciting time, Aberavon's new Assembly Member has said.
Newly elected AM David Rees said he was proud of his town and wanted to see it grow said there was a lot for Port Talbot to look forward to.
"I want to see opportunities for my children and their children.
"It is an exciting time," he said.
Investments such as the �107 million second and final phase of the Peripheral Distributor Road (PDR) is one of the important developments that he hopes will bring the town forward.
"I think it will open it up for inward investment and new business for Port Talbot," he said.
Tata Steel's investments, including spending �53 million in a bid to cut its energy bills also gives employment confidence, he added.
While the council's aim to start rebuilding the Afan Lido at the end of the year will boost the seafront.
"Once the Lido is rebuilt I am sure it will attract further development to Aberavon seafront," said Mr Rees.
"It looks bad now because the Lido is desolate.
"I think the future of the seafront depends on the Lido."
Following the result, Mr Rees thanked his colleagues, family, the staff at the count, the police for their supervision and his fellow candidates.
"It has been a very long night," he said.
"I am very pleased with the hard work the team has put in to return a Labour Assembly Member in Aberavon.
"It is something any politician inspires to do — to represent their own town. It does make me feel humbled.
"We needed to ensure people were aware of a change of personnel but I also believe the community needs to know that we are here for them, and that we are working for them."
Mr Rees also praised his predecessor, Dr Brian Gibbons.
"They are very big shoes to fill as he is a very well respected politician and individual," he said.
"He has set standards which we need to maintain."
MP for Neath, Peter Hain, added: "I am really pleased Labour is so strong in Neath and Aberavon.
"Gwenda (Thomas) is a good friend and our partnership will continue.
"David is very able and I think he will make his mark in the Assembly.
"They are both good candidates and having a fresh dynamic member in the Assembly will be good."
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