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Knighton town centre is getting a makeover
Knighton town centre is to see improvements, that should make it a more attractive place to visit, after a funding bid submitted to Powys County Council was successful.
Summer Holiday Activities
A variety of play, sports and creative activities are on offer throughout the county for children, families and young people in Powys this summer.
Powys County Council's Leader pays tribute to Cllr Michael Williams
The Leader of Powys County Council has today paid tribute to Cllr Michael Williams, who passed away last week
Listening to feedback regarding 20mph limits in communities
In April 2024, Welsh Government revealed plans to listen to the people of Wales and work with councils to deliver targeted change to the implementation of the national 20mph speed limit.
Skills Partnership Unveils Update to their Employment & Skills Plan at Royal Welsh Show
On 22nd July at the Royal Welsh Show, the Mid Wales Regional Skills Partnership (RSP) unveiled its update to the Employment and Skills Plan 2022-2025. It addresses the region's evolving employment and skills needs, reflecting sector growth and economic demands.
Re-affirming UK Government commitments to grow the Mid Wales economy
On Monday, 22nd July at the Royal Welsh Showground, Dame Nia Griffith DBE MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Wales Office, met with Councillor James Gibson-Watt, Leader of Powys County Council, and Councillor Bryan Davies, Leader of Ceredigion County Council, to discuss progress being made to grow the Mid Wales economy
Card recycling banks to be removed from community recycling sites
Card recycling banks will soon be removed from the community recycling sites across the county.
Fifth Annual Report for Powys Public Services Board
Powys Public Services Board's annual progress report for 2023/24 was agreed at its meeting on 18 July 2024
Council gives job seekers a career boost with paid work placements
Job seekers and those wanting to gain new skills were recently invited to apply for a range of paid work placements with the council.
Powys County Council announces financial outturn for 2023/24
Powys County Council delivered a modest surplus budget for the last financial year despite the challenging economic environment, the Cabinet will be told
European stars line up for motorsport event spanning Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Powys
The FIA European Rally Championship will return to Wales for the first time in 28 years as the JDS Machinery Rali Ceredigion returns this year with an exciting new route covering the stunning landscapes of Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, and Powys.
Sustainable Powys
The way Powys County Council services are delivered will dramatically change as the Council transforms to meet future budget pressures.