A well-known Newtown landmark has just had a “fantastic upgrade”.

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has announced that the town clock has been given new LED backlighting to allow it to shine brightly at nighttime.

In a statement released by the council they said: “We're pleased to announce that Newtown's iconic town clock has received a fantastic upgrade.

“The clock faces' backlighting has been replaced with state-of-the-art LED technology, bringing a brighter and more vibrant display to our beloved town.

“It's yet another example of our commitment to improving the aesthetics and functionality of our town's beloved landmarks.”

They have said the new backlight will have a number of advantages including “enhanced visibility” allowing the clock face to “shine brightly, even during darker hours, allowing everyone to easily read the time and admire this beautiful landmark”.

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The council says that the new lighting is energy efficient and will consume “less electricity while providing superior illumination” making it a “win-win for both sustainability and functionality”.

They also say the new lighting will have a longer lifespan compared to traditional lighting options due to it being LED and that residents will be able to “enjoy the town clock for years to come.”