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NEWS POLITICS
Get your business idea off the ground

Entrepreneurs in Newtown with dreams of launching a new business venture now have the opportunity to apply for Start-Up grants from Powys County Council.

12 minutes ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Council has no plans to sell off housing

Powys County Council’s housing stock is not going to be sold off, a senior councillor has stressed.

16 hours ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Deadline approaching for fund applications

Local groups and organisations in Newtown are being reminded by the Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council about the upcoming deadline for the Community Grant.

1 day ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Vaughan Gething elected as Welsh Labour leader

Vaughan Gething has been elected as the next Welsh Labour leader, succeeding Mark Drakeford.

1 day ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Council teams up with Welsh company on school meals

A new partnership between Powys County Council and Castell Howell, Wales' leading independent food service wholesaler, will see more Welsh produce used in school meals across the county, including Newtown.

2 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS NEWTOWN LLANLLWCHAIARN NORTH
Town councillor to step down

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has officially announced the resignation of Rex Shayler from his position as Town Councillor for North Ward.

3 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town councillors considered survey responses

Town councillors are discussed and considered responses made to their recent survey around community hall provision in Newtown South and Llanllwchaiarn.

3 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Can you help with building new houses in Newtown?

A construction company that will build a new affordable housing development in Newtown is looking for local businesses to help with the project.

4 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Council unveils plans to build and improve council homes

Powys County Council has announced plans for a major investment in housing, with more than £170m set to be spent on building new council homes and improving existing properties over the next five years.

5 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS HEALTH
Minister claims no final decision made on Air Ambulance

Residents in Newtown and the surrounding areas have expressed their concerns following a recent report recommending the closure of Welshpool's Air Ambulance base.

5 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Cabinet to consider Ysgol Bro Caereinion language consultation report

Plans are in place to potentially move a north Powys all-age school along the language continuum, with the goal of eventually transforming it into a Welsh-medium school.

5 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS GENERAL ELECTION 24
Craig selected to contest seat

Craig Williams has been officially chosen as the Welsh Conservative Parliamentary candidate for the newly formed constituency of Montgomeryshire & Glyndwr in the upcoming General Election.

5 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Inquiry told of UK government treatment during pandemic

In a recent hearing at the UK Covid-19 inquiry, Baroness Eluned Morgan, the Welsh Labour health minister, made startling revelations about the treatment of Welsh people by the UK Government during the pandemic.

6 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Grow your business with a grant of up £25k

Businesses in Newtown looking to expand or secure their future in the face of challenging times could benefit from a Growth Grant offered by Powys County Council.

6 days ago

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NEWS POLITICS
£1m boost for local car clubs

The Welsh Government has announced plans to invest £1m in creating a network of car clubs to connect rural communities, including in Newtown.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Councillors back motion against school holiday changes

A response to the Welsh Government’s consultation on shortening the school summer holidays said that it could affect cultural events in Powys a senior councillor has said.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS ANALYSIS BUDGET 24
Try our new Council Tax spend tool

In a bid to enhance transparency and empower residents, All About Newtown has unveiled a new interactive Council Tax spend tool, allowing citizens to gain insights into the allocation of their council tax contributions.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Plans for church conversion gains support

Town councillors have supported plans for the conversion of Newtown United Reformed Church into two holiday accommodation units and two residential dwellings.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
County councillors formally set council tax for 24/25

Powys county councillors have today formally set council tax, which includes an overall hike for Newtown residents of £153 per year for a Band D property.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
French drain could be installed in Dolerw Park to help flooding

Open Newtown is exploring the prospect of installing a french drain to alleviate flooding issues along the pathways of Dolerw Park, town councillors will hear.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town councillors welcome Street Pastors' work

Town councillors recently heard about the work being undertaken by Newtown Street Pastors, in which they welcomed the incredible work they do in the community.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local MP welcomes Spring Budget

Local MP Craig Williams has expressed his satisfaction with the Chancellor of the Exchequer's Budget Statement, which he believes will benefit the residents and businesses of Montgomeryshire, including those in Newtown.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town councillors finally to see new town brand

It's taken over two years, more than £24,000 to develop and has remained a closely guarded secret, but finally town councillors could soon be seeing the new town branding in April.

1 week ago

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NEWS POLITICS
County councillors to debate farming motions

A couple of motions to support farming sector are set to be debated by councillors this week.

2 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Can you be the next youth rep for our town?

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is reaching out to the younger generation in the community with an exciting opportunity to become actively involved in local democracy.

2 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town council seeking partner for flowers management

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is currently looking for a third-sector, not-for-profit local organisation to take charge of managing volunteers and overseeing the flower beds in High Street.

2 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Council predicts £3m surplus for this year

A financial surplus of over £3million is being predicted on this year Powys County Council budget.

2 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
New inclusive communication boards fitted

Residents and visitors to Newtown will now have a new way to communicate and connect thanks to the recent installation of Makaton boards in the town centre and Maesyrhadir play parks.

2 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local MS calls for farming proposals to be scrapped

Russell George MS is calling for the Sustainable Farming Scheme proposals to be scrapped, citing concerns over the impact on Welsh farmers and the rural economy.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
How did your councillor vote on the budget for 24/25?

The voting results from yesterday's Powys County Council meeting reveal who voted for setting the budget for 24/25, which includes a 7.5% council tax increase and who voted against.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
County councillors approve budget

Powys County Council’s budget for 2024/2025 which includes a 7.5 per cent Council Tax rise has been approved, by a whisker.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town councillors set to respond to school proposals

Town councillors are set to give their response to the consultation by Powys County Council on changes to Treowen Primary School and Ysgol Calon y Dderwen.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Conservative group hit out at 'broken promises'

Ahead of the debate by County Councillors on Thursday over the Powys County Council draft budget, leader of the Welsh Conservative Group has hit out at the ruling coalition over 'broken services and broken promises'.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS NEWTOWN SOUTH
Give your thoughts on community spaces in town

Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is currently evaluating the potential need for a community space in the South of the town.

3 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Poor quality trees to be replaced at housing development

Newtown is set to see new trees planted as part of a planned housing development in the town, the county council has confirmed.

4 weeks ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Newtown Advice project continues to support

Town Councillors are set to examine a report from Citizens Advice Powys on the town council funded Newtown Advice Project, which provides advice and support to residents of Newtown.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Tidy Newtown week to return in March

The town council have announced plans for the annual 'Tidy Newtown' week which is scheduled for 19th to 23rd March 2024.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Is Newtown's pupil referral unit going to close?

Powys County Council is set to close a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) as part of its draft budget proposals for 2024/2025 to save just over £600,000 over the next two years.

1 month ago

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POLITICS OPINION
Opinion: election promises broken again

For the second consecutive year the Liberal Democrats have broken their 2022 election promise to lower council tax for our residents and go nowhere near a 5% increase.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS NEWTOWN EAST
Councillors to 'build in' charging to new toilet design

Town councillors have agreed to 'build in' provision for charging in the redesign plans for the Gravel Car Park public toilet block.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local MS hits out at plans for black bin processing

Russell George MS, and County Councillor Gareth Pugh, have said that Powys County Council should take any plans for black bag waste to be sent to the Bulk Recycling facility at Abermule off the table.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
New town centre liaison officer for Newtown

A new town centre liaison officer for Newtown is now in post and supporting economic development across the town said the county council.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Coronation tree planted

The whole community recently came together on a special occasion to witness the planting of a Black Poplar tree in Dolerw Park.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town Council unveils support for LGBT history month

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has announced its full support for LGBT+ History Month 2024, standing united with the LGBTQ+ community.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
MS call for free childcare for working parents

Russell George MS is calling on the Welsh Government to give working parents of 2-year-olds the same free childcare offer that parents in England will receive from April.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Town Councillors to discuss picnic event for D-Day celebrations

Town Councillors are set to consider a proposal for an event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
Cuts to school swimming criticised

Children need to learn to swim by the end of this summer term, a senior councillor has warned as cuts to school swimming lessons could take effect from September.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local events to get thousands in tourism grants

Town Councillors are set to give out thousands to local events via tourism grants.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
Councillors ask why not use reserves?

Why are Powys residents expected to stump up an extra 7.5 per cent in Council Tax from April 1, when the council has around £50 million squirrelled away in reserve accounts?

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Councillors not to renew community hall lease

Town Councillors have decided that it will not renew the rolling lease for the Northside Community Hall, casting doubt on the future of the community hall.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Have your say on council tax reform proposals

Residents in Newtown and across Powys are being called upon to have their say on proposals by the Welsh Government to reform council tax.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
New senior council appointments announced

Powys County Council has recently announced the appointment of five new members to its Corporate Leadership Team, bringing a fresh wave of expertise and leadership to the local area.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Ask county councillors a question

Newtown residents are being given the opportunity to raise their concerns and ask questions directly to the Powys County Council during the next full council meeting in March.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
Policing precept to rise by 6.2%

The Dyfed-Powys Police precept will rise by 6.2% in April, affecting council taxpayers in Newtown.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Exclusive: The cost of vandalism to our toilets

Our public toilets are a vital asset, except they keep getting vandalised - at a cost to all taxpayers in Newtown.

1 month ago

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NEWS HEALTH POLITICS
Welshpool Air Ambulance recommended for closure

Newtown residents are concerned for the future of the Welshpool air ambulance base after a recent recommendation called for its closure.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Report anti-social behaviour urges Council

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has expressed its deep concern over a series of recent incidents of anti-social behaviour, particularly in areas maintained by the Town Council.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local projects benefit from SPF grants

Newtown has received a significant boost to its local economy, with three projects in the area being granted funding from Powys County Council.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Local councillor named as Lib Dem candidate

Cllr Glyn Preston from Llanidloes has been named as the Lib Dem candidate for the next general election in the Montgomeryshire & Glyndwr constituency.

1 month ago

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NEWS POLITICS
Tories criticise council tax hike

Powys residents face a “significant increase” in Council Tax while services are getting worse says the leader of the Conservative Group at Powys County Council.

1 month ago

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