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Community-led support in Knighton and District
An innovative community-led project is being developed in Knighton and District, to try to make sure that everyone who needs help can find it, through sharing of information and skills.

Online Welsh-medium education immersion course up and running
Learners in Powys who want to move to a Welsh-medium education are now being supported by an online immersion course, the county council has said

Consultation to be held on small school closure proposals
Consultation on proposals to close four small schools in Powys will begin later this month, the county council has said

1.5% increase in council house rents proposed
Council house rents in Powys will increase by less than £1.40 per week from April if a funding recommendation is approved by Cabinet next week, the county council has said

Corporate Improvement Plan Progress
Progress has been made on Powys County Council's Corporate Improvement Plan despite the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic, the cabinet will be told next week.

No planned changes to the kerbside waste and recycling service
Powys County Council have confirmed that there are no immediate plans to make changes to the frequency of the waste and recycling kerbside collection service.

Flood support for Powys communities
Powys residents affected by the recent floods could be eligible for cash support following the announcement of Welsh Government's £6.5million relief fund.

£500 self-isolation payments for NHS Covid app users
Powys residents who are asked to self-isolate by the NHS Covid-19 app will be able to apply for a £500 self-isolation payment.

Welsh Water seeks views on options for Devil's Gulch
Welsh Water, which manages the Elan Valley Estate, is to seek views on potential options to address the rockfall which has closed the path within the estate known locally as Devil's Gulch.

Mid-Wales economy to receive boost as new business park is approved
Plans for a new business park in north Powys have been given the go-ahead, the county council has said.

New capital grants available for Powys businesses
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to help small businesses with capital costs as part of a new discretionary grant scheme delivered by Powys County Council.

Stay vigilant of Covid vaccination scams
Powys residents are being reminded to stay alert as scams linked to the Covid vaccination continue to circulate.