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Council recognised for supporting the Armed Forces community as an employer
Powys County Council has today (Tuesday 2 July) been named as one of just 19 employers in Wales who are to receive the Ministry of Defence's ERS Silver Award for 2024.
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Newtown Active Travel Bridge lifted into place
Newtown's new cycle and pedestrian active travel bridge was successfully lifted into place on Saturday 29 June.
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Housing development planning application approved
A planning application to build 16 bungalows in a north Powys town has been approved, the county council has said
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New portal shows protected trees and conservation areas
A new web app created by Powys County Council will help residents and developers identify which trees in their neighbourhoods are protected.