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Powys Reports Progress and Challenges on Path to Net Zero
LED light fittings and solar PV panels installed on county council buildings in Powys have helped cut yearly carbon emissions by 113.96 tonnes and reduce energy bills by around £130,000.

Illegal tobacco and vapes seized in multi-agency operation
Illegal tobacco and vape products have been seized from three convenience stores across the county as part of a multi-agency operation hosted by Powys County Council

Council secures more accommodation to keep young people closer to home
Vulnerable young people now have more options to remain living closer to home thanks to semi-independent placements secured across Powys.

Work starts on 36-acre vegetable growing pilot
Farmers have started work on three new plots near Newtown to test whether Powys land can be used to grow fruit and vegetables agroecologically on a commercial scale.

Rogue traders targeting Powys homes
Residents in Powys are being urged to be on their guard as rogue traders are targeting the county

Have Fun, Take Care and Stay Safe during Royal Welsh Show week
A series of safety measures including a campaign encouraging youngsters to Have Fun, Take Care and Stay Safe will return ahead of this month's Royal Welsh Show.

Sanctuary status awarded to Powys high school
A south Powys high school has been congratulated by the county council after becoming the first high school in the county to be awarded School of Sanctuary status for fostering a safe and welcome culture

Powys Sustainable Resource Strategy
Following a 12-week public engagement exercise, the Powys Sustainable Resource Strategy has been finalised and will be discussed by the council's scrutiny committee next week, Wednesday 9 July.

Powys roads winter service review
Recommendations for how Powys roads are categorised and serviced during the winter months will be discussed by Powys County Council's scrutiny committee next week, Wednesday 9 July.

Explore the Story Garden this Summer
Children across Powys are encouraged to join the Summer Reading Challenge and explore the magical connection between storytelling and the natural world.

Holiday home owners urged to help design new registration service
Providers of visitor accommodation in Powys are being encouraged to take part in a survey to help shape a new national registration service for Wales.

Work underway to build new Carreghofa Lane Bridge over Montgomery Canal
Work to construct a new road bridge over the Montgomery Canal is underway by Glandŵr Cymru, the Canal & River Trust in Wales, as part of the UK government-funded restoration of the canal.