Powys Council30 Jan 2026New national park idea prompts concerns over planningA new national park for Wales could be created, covering a large part of the country.30 Jan 202612 Dec 2025Plea to save 'sanctuary' school for additional needs pupilsPlans to shut a rural school for 35 pupils sparked a 745-name petition calling for it to be saved.12 Dec 202531 Oct 2025Beaver viewing centre approved after species given protected statusThe Welsh government previously confirmed the species are to be protected under Welsh law.31 Oct 20253 Sep 2025Council will repair crumbling wall but not replaceThe council initially denied responsibility for the wall but has "concluded" it does own it. 3 Sep 20255 Aug 2025More than 500 fake Labubu dolls seized at showPowys council says the counterfeit Labubu dolls pose serious safety risks for children.5 Aug 20255 Aug 2025Families disappointed as adult day centres closeThe centres are described by families as a "necessary resource" that eases the burden on carers.5 Aug 202523 Jul 2025Council worker paid £28k overtime in 15 monthsAn audit for Powys council found five employees received more than £20,000 in overtime payments.23 Jul 202510 Jul 2025Housing estate may be built on 450-space car parkPowys council wants to turn the Berriew Street car park in Welshpool into 32 social homes.10 Jul 20253 Jul 2025Council still waiting on £6m in levelling up fundsPowys County Council hopes to use the money on a variety of projects to help promote tourism.3 Jul 2025...
