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Powys recycling figures exceeds target

Latest data published by Stats Wales confirms that Powys has once again exceeded the Welsh Government statutory recycling target of 64%, with an impressive recycling rate of 66.8% for 2021/22.

Keep safe when shopping online

Consumers in Powys are being urged by the county council to keep themselves safe while shopping online as the pre-Christmas sales begin

Gas grill safety modification

Consumers in Powys affected by a safety warning about the use of gas grills on certain gas range cookers are being urged to book a free safety modification with the company

Fraud and rogue trading prosecution success

Two men who carried out substandard drainage work at a property near Llandrindod Wells have each received a 12-month community order after they were prosecuted by Powys County Council

Housing development officially opened

A new social housing development in north Powys has been officially opened by the county council

Council makes it easier to apply for care and support jobs

Powys county council has introduced a new easy recruitment process for candidates applying for the Reablement and Care Support Worker job.

Local family wins prestigious national fostering award

A couple from Powys have won a Fostering Excellence Award, the UK's most prestigious fostering accolade, recognising their exceptional contribution to foster care.

Council investigators prevented fraud worth £1.2m in the last 12 months

Eagle-eyed Powys County Council (PCC) officers helped to prevent fraud and errors worth £1,257,912 during the last 12 months.

Please drive safely on Powys roads

Powys County Council highways staff are having to deal with increasing numbers of drivers jumping temporary red lights, ignoring stop signs, and speeding through road works. Not only is this driving behaviour illegal, but it is also putting the hardworking highways teams at risk of serious injury.