Opinion

A quarter of children in Powys are living in poverty.

Opinion: A quarter of all children living in Powys are impoverished

The fight to save Powys' Air Ambulance base continues.

Opinion: Data shows closure of Powys base would mean slower air ambulance response

Opinion Journalism Matters: Trusted journalism is critical to combatting AI misinformation

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Eluned Morgan has called for people to recycle more.

Opinion: We must all play our part by consuming less and recycling more

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Cllr Elwyn Vaughan has called for Welshpool Air Ambulance base to be retained.

Opinion: Powys is furthest from hospitals so it must maintain its air ambulance base

Fay Jones has hit out at the Welsh Government's 20mph speed limit policy.

Opinion: The imposition of 20mph restrictions across Wales has angered people

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Jane Dodds MS has called for action over Powys poor dental provision.

Opinion: Welsh Government must start listening to dentists to improve NHS provision

Residents' confidence in the council's decision-making has been

Opinion: Secret property sale has shattered public confidence in Powys County Council

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Sustainability in farming has never been more important. Picture by Susan Shand.

Opinion: Sustainability has never been more important to farming

Dyfi Bridge near Machynlleth.

Opinion: Powys has one of the highest road accident rates in the United Kingdom

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Solar energy and wind power stations.

Opinion: Farmers must be incentivised to support renewable energy plans

Opinion: Increase in river pollution incidents is sobering news

Powys has an ageing population.

Opinion: Rural depopulation is one of the main challenges we face in mid Wales

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Tree targets will cause barriers for farmers, says FUW.

Opinion: Farmers must continue to engage with the Welsh Government

Opinion: There's no better time to embrace a more active lifestyle

Farmers have been urged to make their land safe.

Opinion: Children must be aware that farms are not playgrounds

The Royal Welsh Show is on the horizon.

Opinion: Eisteddfod and country shows are vitally important to the economy of Powys

Last year's Royal Welsh Show.

Opinion: Almost time for the return of Europe’s largest agricultural show

A scene from last year's Royal Welsh Show.

Opinion: Young people need to feel confident about planning their futures

Craig Williams MP insisted the cost of living crisis was a Government priority.

Opinion: The UK Government's priority is to provide families with financial security

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Opinion: Welsh Government co-operation deal is making a difference to lives

Russell George MS has vowed to fight against game shooting restrictions.

Opinion: Game shooting has both environmental and economic advantages

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Vaughan Gething MS

OPINION Economy Minister sets out ambitions for mid Wales economy

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. PA

Opinion: Residents and businesses are outraged at Bannau Brycheiniog name change

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Pippa and James Middleton arriving at Westminster Abbey.

OPINION Coronation highlighted the wealth of talent in Powys

Craig Williams MP and Russell George MS are campaigning to save Welshpool Air Ambulance base.

Opinion: Public must keep on fighting for Powys air ambulance base

Powys County Council headquarters.

Opinion: 'This plan will help build a stronger, fairer, Powys.'

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OPINION: Eradication of bovine TB must be the priority for new chief vet

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Opinion: People in Wales want decent, cheap, reliable public transport

A stock image of wind turbines.

OPINION Opinion: It is time to consider nuclear and tidal energy over wind power

Dentistry in Wales is not working says Russell George MS.

Opinion: Powys one of 10 councils where patients cannot get NHS dental treatment

Campaign to raise awareness of mental health in the farming community Picture: Pixabay

Opinion: The start of a new year can be a difficult time for farmers

Powys County Hall, Llandrindod Wells. Picture: Mike Sheridan/County Times

OPINION Powys Council budget 'will lead to job losses'

EM Fashion Enter and machinists.

OPINION – Tough times for local businesses but brighter times ahead

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The UK is facing an unprecedented fall in living standards,

OPINION – The UK is facing the biggest drop in living standards since records began

By NFU Cymru Livestock Board Chairman, Rob Lewis.

OPINION – Value of the wool must cover the cost of shearing the sheep

File photo dated 15/7/2014 of a person on scales. The number of counselling sessions for young children about eating and body image disorders in the past year has risen, a charity said. Issue date: Friday August 13, 2021..

OPINION – We must all be wary of social media's body image messaging

Powys is suffering from a dentistry crisis.

OPINION – People in Powys are turning to DIY dentistry and it is Labour's fault

Wales' second homes crisis is only getting worse according to the FUW.

OPINION – Two thirds of all second homes in Wales can be found in just seven counties

Montgomeryshire MP Craig Williams is concerned about windfarms. Photograph by Colin Mearns.

OPINION – Large scale windfarm development in Montgomeryshire is hugely concerning

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Y Senedd. Cardiff Bay.

OPINION: Increasing the number of politicians is no luxury or jobs for the boys

Celebrations in Montgomery. Picture by G17 Photography.

OPINION: Jubilee celebrations brought people together from all walks of life

Powys County Hall, Llandrindod Wells. Picture: Mike Sheridan/County Times

OPINION - Government 'Partygate' has rocked voter confidence in UK politics

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Double rainbow at Clywedog Reservoir. Picture by Colin Bell.

OPINION: If England wants Welsh water then they must pay a fair price

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Oxlip primula elatior.

GARDENING: Signs of Easter are all around in our gardens

Leigh Jones says that football and not rugby is now Wales' national sport. Source: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Opinion 'Rugby is not our national sport'

Queen Elizabeth II addresses the Senedd inside the Siambr (Chamber) during the ceremonial opening of the Sixth Senedd in Cardiff. Picture date: Thursday October 14, 2021..

OPINION: Welsh Government legislation should focus on all Wales' needs

CALL: Charity issues message over pesticide use. Picture: Pixabay

OPINION: Pesticides are very strictly regulated in the United Kingdom

What the First Minster had to say about vaccine passport concerns and delayed appointments.

OPINION: I see no reason to introduce vaccine passports

The approval will see the operational life of the wind turbines at Siddick Windfarm, Workington increase from 25 years to 35

OPINION: New renewable funding must be found for Welsh farms

The work continues on the Montgomery Canal.

OPINION: Plans to restore Montgomery Canal are beautiful and must be supported

Gremlins in the system.

OPINION: 'Gremlins' threatening to disrupt Powys farmers' lamb exports

PABEST..Prime Minister Boris Johnson with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison in the garden of 10 Downing Street, London, after agreeing the broad terms of a free trade deal between the UK and Australia, the UK's first trade deal negotiated

OPINION: Australian deal is a 'gross betrayal of Powys farmers'

Montgomeryshire MP Craig Williams and Brecon and Radnorshire MP Fay Jones. Picture by House of Commons.

OPINION: The economic benefits of the proposed deal are close to zero

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