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Farmer's widow helped to claim nearly £20,000 a year in benefits
A farmer's wife was helped to claim nearly £20,000 a year in benefits, which she was entitled to, by Powys County Council's money advice service.

Employing prison leavers: Unlocking potential in Mid Wales
Businesses across Mid Wales are being invited to explore an untapped workforce at two upcoming events aimed at bridging the gap between employers and skilled prison leavers.

Household Recycling Centre booking system open
From 1 April, you will need to pre-book a time slot to visit the Household Recycling Centres. Bookings for visits from 1 April can be made from today, Tuesday 25 March.

Extra £11.8m unlocked for Mid Wales Growth Deal as first project takes shape
The UK and Welsh governments have confirmed the release of £11.8m of funding for Mid Wales as part of an investment package aimed at boosting the regional economy.

Is Powys matching your economic ambitions?
Businesses that want to expand or relocate to Powys but can't find a suitable site or building that meets their needs, are being asked to let the council know.

Organisations share £30,000 grant to help tackle child poverty
Over 35 organisations across Powys have shared a grant worth £30,000 to help deliver a range of activities and events to support families and children experiencing poverty or impacted by the cost-of-living crisis

Cabinet to consider update on Sustainable Food Partnership
Cabinet is to be updated on the ongoing work of Bwyd Powys Food, the Sustainable Food Partnership for Powys, the county council has said.

Funding extension approved for canal restoration project
A £14 million project to restore the Montgomery Canal has been granted an 11-month extension by the UK Government.

Freedom Leisure Centres in Powys Presented with Swim Wales Awards
The leisure trust was successful in two categories; the prestigious Learn To Swim Provider of the Year and the Sustainability Initiative Award

New framework developed to transform customer experience
A framework to help achieve excellent customer experience has been developed for the first time by Powys County Council

Transforming Education plans for Ysgol Calon Cymru unveiled
Ambitious plans by the county council to transform education in mid Powys, which could see a new Welsh-medium all-age school established as well as significant investment in two school buildings, are to be considered by Cabinet later this month

More suppliers can now access award winning carbon cutting support
More suppliers of goods and services to Powys County Council can now access bespoke advice on cutting their carbon emissions.