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Transport Secretary outlines plan for targeted change

The Welsh Government will listen to the people of Wales and work with councils to deliver targeted change to the implementation of 20mph, Cabinet Secretary Ken Skates has said.

4 hours ago   All About Newtown

 
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Committee approves Air Ambulance base closures

The NHS Wales Joint Commissioning Committee has today approved a recommendation to close the Welshpool and Caernarfon bases and create a single site in North Wales.

6 hours ago   All About Newtown

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Taxi drivers to get DBS check every 6 months

Taxi drivers in Powys will now be subject to background checks every six months after changes to guidance issued by governments.

16 hours ago   Elgan Hearn

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Council member 'champions' could be scrapped

The member champions role, including that of local councillor, Cllr Joy Jones as Anti Poverty Champion at Powys County Council are set to be scrapped.

1 day ago   Elgan Hearn

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National Office for Care and Support formally launched

The Minister for Social Care Dawn Bowden has praised the launch of the new National Office for Care and Support, marking a significant milestone in the Welsh Government's efforts to strengthen social care arrangements at a national level.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Robins clinch 4th in league

In a thrilling showdown at the Cyncoed Campus, Newtown AFC emerged triumphant against Cardiff Met in their final league match of the season on Saturday, April 21st.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Questions asked over past failures

Why didn’t Powys County Council learn from the past experience of dealing with firms who went bust a senior lay member has asked

2 days ago   Elgan Hearn

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Eden Project to connect locals to nature

Newtown residents are gearing up for a day of connection, inspiration, and green initiatives as the Eden Project brings its community-focused event to Hafan yr Afon on Saturday 27th April 2024.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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Vacancy for South Ward 'declared'

Following the recent resignation of town councillor Jackie Molloy-Davies, a casual vacancy has been declared in the office of Town Councillor for South Ward.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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Powys to benefit from transport investment

The Welsh Government has announced a significant investment of £4.6 million in mid Wales to improve public transport and encourage economic growth.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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More support for suppliers of goods and services

Local businesses in Newtown have a golden opportunity to access more support and advice to effectively supply goods and services to Powys County Council.

3 days ago   All About Newtown