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The Fee Waiver Scheme that is currently available to individuals in Wales who would not otherwise have access to higher education including paid and unpaid carers. Thanks to funding from...
18/03/2026
Young people from across Powys came together during the February half‑term for an inspiring countywide engagement event designed to put their ideas, energy and experiences at the heart of local decision‑making....
16/03/2026
The Welsh Government has been urged to work more closely with the voluntary sector to ensure communities can respond effectively to future emergencies. The call comes in a new report...
16/03/2026
Two charities helped more than 500 older people in mid Powys continue living independently at home last year (2024-25). East Radnor Home Support and Builth and Llanwrtyd Wells Home Support...
13/03/2026
Welsh Government has approved the Outline Business Case (OBC) for a new health and wellbeing hub in Newtown. This is a major milestone and an important vote of confidence in...
13/03/2026
PAVO is seeking Volunteering Delivery Partners to help deliver localised volunteering services across Powys. The aim of this funding is to support and grow volunteering within local communities by...
09/03/2026
The Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) has launched a new Trustee Network, created in collaboration with people from across Wales. The network offers trustees the chance to connect with...
09/03/2026
Four Powys charities and community groups recently welcomed a visit from the Welsh Government (26th February), sharing how their work supports local people and strengthens rural communities. Chris Buchan, Head...
09/03/2026
An innovative project supporting the health and wellbeing of farmers in Powys was presented to Full Council at County Hall this week (5th March). Farming Fit, an award-winning integrated project...
06/03/2026
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, came into effect on 5th February 2026, introducing a new “charitable purpose soft opt-in” to the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR)....
03/03/2026
Young people, carers, newly diagnosed residents and families affected by dementia are set to benefit from new projects launched by seven community organisations across Powys. The projects have secured support...
02/03/2026
Forty-two volunteers from across Powys, representing 15 local community groups, met The Prince and Princess of Wales at Hafan yr Afon in Newtown on 26 February. The visit formed part...
02/03/2026
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