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Llandrinio Bridge set to reopen under temporary controlled conditions as repair plans progress
Powys County Council is pleased to confirm that Llandrinio Bridge will temporarily reopen to all traffic under controlled conditions today, Friday 14 November 2025.
Mid Wales projects move into prototype stage to deliver real-world clean energy solutions
Growing Mid Wales is delighted to confirm that the Whole System Research for Innovation and Decarbonisation (WSRID) programme will continue, supported by Welsh Government funding
'Home Safe Home'
Trading Standards Wales (TSW) warns that whilst rogue traders carrying out work on your home could leave you out of pocket, there is an increasing risk that they will also leave your home unsafe
'Leave only pawprints': Powys County Council teams up with Keep Wales Tidy to tackle dog fouling
With instances of dog fouling known to increase as daylight hours shorten, Powys County Council is working with Keep Wales Tidy on its dog fouling campaign, 'Leave Only Pawprints'.
'Get Cosmetic Confident'
Trading Standards Wales (TSW) is issuing a strong warning to consumers about the growing threat posed by illegal and counterfeit cosmetic products being both on high street shops and online
'Avoid Christmas Catastrophe'
Trading Standards Wales (TSW) warns that for the most part, consumer products offered for sale either on the high street or online are safe. However, dangerous products continue to be supplied to unsuspecting consumers
Cabinet asked to back progress for Severn Valley Water Management Scheme
Powys County Council's Cabinet is being asked to back the next big step for the Severn Valley Water Management Scheme (SVWMS) - a project that's already secured £10 million of Government funding to help tackle flooding, water shortages, and land pressures across the upper Severn catchment
Avian influenza confirmed near Welshpool
Disease control zones that have been declared following a confirmed case of bird flu in the Welshpool area
Mix, match, and make a difference - Odd Socks Day coming to Powys
School children across Powys are being asked to don odd socks as part of a nationwide campaign to raise awareness around bullying
'Bathroom adaptation saved me from Indiana Jones-style maze'
A bathroom adaptation, which included a new level access shower, has saved a Powys man from negotiating an 'Indiana Jones-style maze' every time he goes for a wash.
Llandrinio Bridge Repair Works to Begin Soon
Powys County Council has confirmed that whilst Llandrinio Bridge remains closed following last week's incident, essential repair works are anticipated to begin on 17 November 2025, with the bridge expected to reopen by mid-December.
Powys County Council leads cross-border initiative to boost visitor economy
A new strategy with the aim of revitalising tourism across the Marches is being developed by the Marches Forward Partnership (MFP)
