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Retail, leisure and hospitality businesses urged to apply for rate relief
Powys businesses in the retail, leisure and hospitality sectors are being urged to apply for a rate relief scheme that could see their business rates bill reduce in the new financial year
Ambitious plans to build and improve council homes approved
More than £225m investment is planned as part of a five-year programme that will see new council homes built and improvements made to existing council homes, Powys County Council has said
School pupils given fake vape packages to address urgent health risk
A health board in Wales has taken urgent action to counter the increasing prevalence of youth vaping.
Youth Services receives positive report
Estyn, the education and training inspectorate for Wales, has today published a report highlighting the positive work being done by Powys County Council's Youth Services
Council will double down to drive education improvements
Senior leaders at Powys County Council have pledged to strengthen education services and improve outcomes for the county's learners following a disappointing Estyn inspection
Council raises the roof with major investment at Llys Nant Flats
In a move that's sure to raise the roof, Powys County Council has completed a major project to replace the flat roof on a block of council flats in Llanidloes
Welsh public organisations pledge new approach focused on the bereaved and survivors of public tragedies
Organisations across Wales have signed a charter which commits them to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency and accountability.
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.
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