News
Wildlife boxes to boost biodiversity at council flats
Wildlife boxes have been installed at two council flat blocks in Welshpool as part of an initiative to improve biodiversity, the county council has said
Get ready for 20mph
Work to prepare Powys roads for the upcoming default 20mph speed limit will begin this week (week commencing 24 April 2023).
Third case of bird flu identified in area of north Powys
A third case of Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza H5N1, otherwise known as bird flu, has been confirmed at a premises near Newtown, the county council has said.
Consultants appointed to support Newtown Health and Wellbeing campus
Plans for the creation of a multi-agency health and wellbeing campus in the centre of Newtown have taken a significant step forward
Leisure Review - Update
An in-depth review of leisure facilities is being carried out by Powys County Council supported by its partner Freedom Leisure to create a sustainable service for the future.
Rescheduled positive parenting roadshow to visit Newtown
Due to the heavy snow in Newtown on 9 March which prevented the event from taking place, the roadshow has been rescheduled and will visit Tesco Newtown on Thursday 20 April from 10am to 1pm.
Y Lawnt housing development gets official seal of approval
A £3.4 million housing development offering 26 one-bedroom flats, in Newtown, has been officially opened.
Rogue trader jailed
A Herefordshire rogue trader, who targeted victims in Powys, has been jailed for 33 months.
Young and adult carers inspire Powys councillors to champion their cause
Hearing the stories of unpaid young and adult carers in the council chamber on Monday 27 March, councillors from across Powys immediately signed up to champion their cause.
Council and schools to support Month of the Military Child
An awareness month that highlights the important role service children play in the Armed Forces community is being supported by Powys County Council.
Interim Chief Executive
Powys County Council has announced the appointment of an interim Chief Executive as current Chief Executive, Dr Caroline Turner is absent due to ill health.
Learn to Swim with Freedom Leisure!
Freedom Leisure in Powys are urging parents to make sure their children know how to stay safe and enjoy the water as we move into the warmer months in Spring and Summer.