Cllr David Selby
Cllr David Selby is a town councillor in Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn. He is affliated with the Liberal Democrat party and represents the Newtown Central ward. They were elected to the town council.
Cllr David Selby is also a county councillor. You can view their profile for their county councillor activities here.
Became the 29th Mayor of Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn in May 2019.
General Information
Cllr David Selby occupies the offices of None.
He is a member of the Economy and Environment, Services committee(s).
His attendance for the previous year (23/24) was 89%.
Significant Votes
You can view voting record for Cllr David Selby on significant votes below.
| Date |
Description |
Vote |
| 16/01/24 |
Set the 24/25 Budget incl 11% rise in Council Tax Precept |
For |
Payments & Expenses
Cllr David Selby is entitled to payments at levels determined by the Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales though they may choose to opt out of all or some of the payments. New reporting procedures means that the full total claimed by councillors can no longer be viewed by the public.
Town councillors in Newtown also recieve £30 per meeting they attend as an attendance allowance.
During the 23/24 financial year, they recieved at least £0.00 (22/23: £83.33).
Contact
You can contact Cllr David Selby using the below details:
- Email: David.selby@newtown.org.uk
- Phone: 07979 708000
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Stories
Below you can view a list of all the news stories we've published containing Cllr David Selby.
NEWS POLITICS
Councillors back assurances over landmark chapel
Town councillors have backed a motion which would see the town council seeking assurances from Powys County Council that an iconic building will be preserved.
2 weeks ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Calls to re-introduce sixth form in Presteigne
Calls have been made to reinstate a sixth form at the John Beddoes Campus of Newtown High School in Presteigne.
2 months ago Elgan Hearn
NEWS POLITICS
Anger over potential project failure
Why were Powys councillors kept in the dark over the potential failure of a project to restore Montgomery canal, a member has asked.
2 months ago Elgan Hearn
NEWS
Local companies helped by Growth Grants
Two local companies join others in Powys who have benefitted from Growth Grants provided by the county council in the last six months.
6 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Library challenges for all the family
Several new competitions have been launched following World Book Day, the county council has said.
8 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
£82m to convert leisure centres to net zero
It will cost £82 million to bring leisure centres and swimming pools in Powys up to the standard needed to meet carbon Net Zero obligations, councillors have heard.
9 months ago Elgan Hearn
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.
9 months ago All About Newtown
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.
9 months ago All About Newtown
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.
10 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Newtown project gets half million in SPF funding
Newtown Fashion Technology Academy has been awarded £526,603 as part of the Shared Prosperity Fund (Levelling Up) grants.
10 months ago All About Newtown
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.
10 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Good luck to Hafan yr Afon!
Hafan yr Afon in Newtown is in the running for a prestigious UK-wide excellence award.
11 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Local success in levelling up grants
In a boost for the local community, seventeen organisations in Powys have secured grants totaling over £420,000 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (Levelling Up) through the Making a Difference in Powys Fund.
11 months ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Advice sessions to boost economic growth
Businesses in Newtown and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to receive expert advice and support at a series of drop-in sessions organized by Powys County Council.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Leisure services at top of priority list
The Powys public has shown more interest in the review of leisure services in the county than any similar council survey – councillors have said.
1 year ago Elgan Hearn
NEWS
Grow your business with a grant of up to £25k
Newtown businesses looking to expand or secure their future amidst challenging times can now apply for a Growth Grant from the Powys County Council.
1 year ago Adam Davies
NEWS POLITICS
Still time to have your say on the Powys Leisure Review
The Powys County Council is encouraging residents to take part in the ongoing Powys Leisure Review, stating that there is still time to offer their valuable input.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
County Council hosts business reception
Business leaders from across Powys gathered at the Royal Welsh Show for a business reception organized by the Powys County Council.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Newtown library launch new initiative to help with Maths confidence
Powys Library Service has unveiled a new initiative, Number Up, with the aim of bolstering maths confidence among parents and caregivers in Powys.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
More funding for communities announced
The Powys Shared Prosperity Fund Local Partnership has announced the launch of the third call for applications for the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Ready, Set, Read this Summer!
Children across Powys are encouraged to join the Summer Reading Challenge and get ready for a whole load of team spirit and plenty of fun.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Council launch review into leisure service
Powys County Council has announced the commencement of a comprehensive review of the county's leisure service and opportunities.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Borrow a balance bike!
Balance bikes are now available to borrow from the Newtown library, the county council has said.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Ecological forum to advise on Montgomery Canal restoration
An ecological forum is being established to provide recommendations and review restoration plans for the Montgomery Canal, according to a report by the Canal and River Trust in Wales and Powys County Council.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Wiggle & Giggle sessions at local library
Sessions are being held at Newtown library to help boost child communication skills, the county council has said.
1 year ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Powys Libraries to go 'fine free'
A proposal to move to 'Fine Free' libraries will be considered next week by the Cabinet Member for a More Prosperous Powys, Cllr David Selby
2 years ago All About Newtown
NEWS POLITICS
Town Councillors vote in support of Motorworld redevelopment
Town Councillors have voted in support of demolition and redevelopment of the former Motorworld site in Newtown
2 years ago All About Newtown
NEWS
Gadgeteers Summer Reading Challenge
Children across Powys are encouraged to join the Summer Reading Challenge and spark their curiosity about the world around them.
2 years ago All About Newtown
NEWS
People of Powys urged to share their views on physical activity
Powys County Council invites people of all ages to share their thoughts about what gets them active, and what holds them back.
2 years ago All About Newtown
