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Primary school applications now open
Applications are now open for children starting primary school in September 2026, Powys County Council has said
Primary schools can win vouchers for recycling batteries
Primary school pupils in Powys could win a share of up to £600 worth of vouchers for their school by recycling as many batteries as they can.
Project helps deliver more hours of home care to more people
A project which aimed to deliver more hours of home care to more Powys residents has been hailed as a huge success.
Save time, save money and power Wales to No.1
Autumn is here, the holidays are behind us, and routines are back in full swing. Whether you're juggling work, studies, or family life, autumn is the perfect time to reset habits - especially in the kitchen.
Sennybridge Drop-In Event
Exciting plans to construct a new replacement primary school at Sennybridge can be seen at a drop-in event at the school next week, the county council has said.
Contract awarded to create first Changing Places toilet in Powys
Public toilets in Llandrindod Wells are to get a significant upgrade - including creating the first Changing Places facility in Powys - with the help of a £120,000 grant.
Private fostering
Looking after someone else's child? That could be a private fostering arrangement and you need to let us know so we can support you
Affordable housing in focus as regional leaders meet in Ystradgynlais
Local housing leaders and Welsh Government officials came together in Ystradgynlais for a high-level meeting that focused on accelerating housing delivery and tackling key challenges across Mid Wales
Social Care Transformation set to improve outcomes for residents
The transformation of Adult Social Care is set to deliver improved services and better outcomes for residents.
Powys launches next phase of post-16 education engagement
Learners, parents and education partners are being invited to shape the future of post-16 education as the county council begins the next phase of its engagement programme
Powys County Council position on Flags
Powys has a proud tradition of celebrating national identity, and the flying of flags - such as the Union Jack and Y Ddraig Goch - is a familiar and respected sight across the county, including at our main council offices
£4m available for town centre regeneration projects across Mid Wales
A total of £4 million has been allocated towards town centre regeneration projects across Mid Wales (Powys and Ceredigion) over the next two years (2025-2027).
