National government

Welsh Government could launch energy company owned by the public

Could you have £2,000 sitting untouched? The forgotten savings pots millions of young adults may be entitled to

Could you have £2,000 sitting untouched? The forgotten savings pots millions of young adults may be entitled to

The forgotten £2,000 savings pot with your name on - and how to claim it

Back to school? Parents could save £1,200 a year under major school cost shake-up starting today

Back to school? Parents could save £1,200 a year under major school cost shake-up starting today

'Best Start' breakfast clubs

Parents could save £1,200 a year under major school cost shake-up

New rules on campsites have come into force today.

New rules on campsites have come into force today.

Temporary campsites can now open for 60 days a year under new Welsh Government rules

Find out who will not get the Winter Fuel Payment in 2026, from people in hospital or prison to some care home residents.

Find out who will not get the Winter Fuel Payment in 2026, from people in hospital or prison to some care home residents.

Department for Works and Pensions

Winter Fuel Payment 2026 - 5 groups who will not get the payment this year

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as charities warn proposed DWP changes to health-related Universal Credit for under-22s could push thousands of young people into poverty.

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as charities warn proposed DWP changes to health-related Universal Credit for under-22s could push thousands of young people into poverty.

Thousands could be caught by major DWP Universal Credit benefit shake-up

People may be advised to keep bottled water, tinned food and other basic supplies on hand in case of a national emergency

People may be advised to keep bottled water, tinned food and other basic supplies on hand in case of a national emergency

National government

UK to warn citizens to stock up on food and water in case of national emergency

Energy bills are set to rise by £60 from October. Experts warn of a difficult winter and reveal ways households can reduce their bills.

Energy bills are set to rise by £60 from October. Experts warn of a difficult winter and reveal ways households can reduce their bills.

How to save on energy bills as Ofgem price cap rises £60 to £1,723

A discarded life vest lays on the beach in Hardelot, France, following a failed attempt by people thought to be migrants to board a small boat and cross the Channel in the early hours of this morning in which one man died. Picture date: Thursday July 30,

A discarded life vest lays on the beach in Hardelot, France, following a failed attempt by people thought to be migrants to board a small boat and cross the Channel in the early hours of this morning in which one man died. Picture date: Thursday July 30,

Deputy leader reveals how many asylum seekers are living in Powys

David Chadwick MP

David Chadwick MP

David Chadwick joins MPs demanding urgent student loan reform

Calls have been made to preserve peatlands.

Calls have been made to preserve peatlands.

Letter: Renewable energy cannot come at peatlands' expense

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner. Thousands more homes could be built near railway stations, pubs will be given extra protection from being closed and the planning system will be streamlined under new measures set out by the Government. Rayner said the

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner. Thousands more homes could be built near railway stations, pubs will be given extra protection from being closed and the planning system will be streamlined under new measures set out by the Government. Rayner said the

Living near a railway station? Major change is coming with new government plans

Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner (left) speak with a police officer as they stand outside a vape shop

Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner (left) speak with a police officer as they stand outside a vape shop

HMRC urges shoppers to report vape shops, barbers and 'dodgy shops' in new campaign

The future of the BBC remains under debate.

The future of the BBC remains under debate.

National government

Letter: Independent BBC deserves strong public backing

The Senedd in Cardiff.

The Senedd in Cardiff.

National government

Letter: Voters deserve more than an expensive talking shop

DWP Secretary Pat McFadden is overseeing the benefits changes

DWP Secretary Pat McFadden is overseeing the benefits changes

Carers have just days left to act as DWP plans major benefits rules shake-up

Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner (left) meet with local business owners during a visit to The Hub cafe in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, as part of his tour of the UK.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Housing Secretary Angela Rayner (left) meet with local business owners during a visit to The Hub cafe in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, as part of his tour of the UK.

Energy bill warning as Government urged to make major change this year

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores.

Government announces crackdown on betting and vape shops to revitalise high streets

Llyr Gruffydd MS said help was available to farmers.

Llyr Gruffydd MS said help was available to farmers.

Welsh Government

Powys farmers urged to access support during prolonged dry weather

Steve Witherden, Labour MP for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr .

Steve Witherden, Labour MP for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr .

National government

Letter: New government role should remind our MP of his responsibilities

A reader has questioned the merits of the current climate change policies.

A reader has questioned the merits of the current climate change policies.

Letter: Net Zero debate has become detached from reality

Steve Witherden has taken on a new role in the Department for Energy

Steve Witherden has taken on a new role in the Department for Energy

Steve Witherden

Powys MP eyes energy bills after taking on new unpaid role in Burnham's Government

The Crown Estate still owns more than 50,000 acres of Welsh land.

The Crown Estate still owns more than 50,000 acres of Welsh land.

Letter: Wales needs control of offshore renewables not the Crown Estate

A reader has warned fires will continue to spread due to a lack of maintenance of common land.

A reader has warned fires will continue to spread due to a lack of maintenance of common land.

Letter: Wildfire risks increasing on neglected commons

Former chancellor Rishi Sunak, who set the Personal Allowance at £12,570 in 2021, during the covid pandemic. New analysis shows it would now be £16,072 if it had kept pace with inflation, increasing the tax burden on millions.

Former chancellor Rishi Sunak, who set the Personal Allowance at £12,570 in 2021, during the covid pandemic. New analysis shows it would now be £16,072 if it had kept pace with inflation, increasing the tax burden on millions.

People missing out on £3,500 from their Personal Allowance from the HMRC

HMP Berwyn has seen around 1,900 inmates be freed early

HMP Berwyn has seen around 1,900 inmates be freed early

Figures reveal number of prisoners freed from HMP Berwyn under early release scheme

Steve Witherden MP has a new role.

Steve Witherden MP has a new role.

National government

Letter: Steve Witherden faces tough climate and energy challenge

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to take action on welfare (Christopher Furlong/PA)

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to take action on welfare (Christopher Furlong/PA)

National government

Opinion: Montgomeryshire needs ambition, not managed decline

The cow from the Llanidloes area that tested positive for Bluetongue virus (BTV-3). Farmers across Powys are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of the disease following the confirmed case.

The cow from the Llanidloes area that tested positive for Bluetongue virus (BTV-3). Farmers across Powys are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of the disease following the confirmed case.

Bluetongue virus

Bluetongue case confirmed in Powys as Mid Wales vets urge farmers to stay vigilant

Prime Minister Andy Burnham (second right) with Alan Milburn (right) and Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden during a visit to Alstom Transport in Derby, to unveil a change to the education system with the launch of new technical educational routes.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham (second right) with Alan Milburn (right) and Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden during a visit to Alstom Transport in Derby, to unveil a change to the education system with the launch of new technical educational routes.

Could your family get £4,500? Major Universal Credit change for parents of teenagers

A new multi-million pound fund has been launched to boost cycling tourism infrastructure.

A new multi-million pound fund has been launched to boost cycling tourism infrastructure.

National government

£4.5 million investment to boost cycling tourism in Wales

HMRC has reminded more than 864,000 sole traders and landlords they have until August 7 to submit their first Making Tax Digital quarterly update.

HMRC has reminded more than 864,000 sole traders and landlords they have until August 7 to submit their first Making Tax Digital quarterly update.

HMRC issues deadline warning to 864,000 taxpayers with just two weeks left to act

Prime Minister Andy Burnham as consumer confidence has recorded its biggest monthly jump since 2023, with experts pointing to the 'Burnham bounce', summer weather and football success.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham as consumer confidence has recorded its biggest monthly jump since 2023, with experts pointing to the 'Burnham bounce', summer weather and football success.

Shoppers more optimistic as 'Burnham bounce' sees biggest confidence boost since 2023

Andy Burnham has named his first cabinet as Prime Minister

Andy Burnham has named his first cabinet as Prime Minister

Full list of MPs in Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new cabinet after reshuffle

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has suggested the frozen £12,570 Income Tax personal allowance is on his radar after saying it was a key issue raised by voters.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has suggested the frozen £12,570 Income Tax personal allowance is on his radar after saying it was a key issue raised by voters.

Andy Burnham hints frozen £12,570 Income Tax personal allowance could increase

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is under fire for accepting a £5m donation.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is under fire for accepting a £5m donation.

National government

Letter: Rich donors and weak lobbying rules can damage democracy

Andy Burnham reaffirmed Labour's commitment not to raise income tax, VAT or National Insurance while leaving other options open.

Andy Burnham reaffirmed Labour's commitment not to raise income tax, VAT or National Insurance while leaving other options open.

Andy Burnham pledges not to increase income tax, VAT or National Insurance

New government plans for teenage social media use could expand to a voluntary overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds

New government plans for teenage social media use could expand to a voluntary overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds

National government

16 and 17 year olds to face overnight social media curfew as part of new plans

A reader insists the current problems facing farmers is not down to Brexit.

A reader insists the current problems facing farmers is not down to Brexit.

Letter: Brexit is not to blame for every farming problem

When is Andy Burnham likely to become the UK's next Prime Minister?

When is Andy Burnham likely to become the UK's next Prime Minister?

When will Andy Burnham become Prime Minister? Process and steps explained

The Machynlleth sign was brought out to create a postcard for judges in the UK Town of Culture

The Machynlleth sign was brought out to create a postcard for judges in the UK Town of Culture

Town of Culture

Blow for Powys as no towns makes Town of Culture shortlist - despite seven bids

Dulas Ltd, Machynlleth

Dulas Ltd, Machynlleth

Powys green energy business highlighted by UK Government as exporting success story

Nigel Farage during a fireside chat at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) annual conference at Olympia London.

Nigel Farage during a fireside chat at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (Arc) annual conference at Olympia London.

Nigel Farage resigns as MP to trigger Clacton by-election amid donations row

A reader says property ownership is being persecuted by the political left.

A reader says property ownership is being persecuted by the political left.

National government

Letter: Property owners are being ‘punished’ by tax policies

The People’s Emergency Briefing has been praised.

The People’s Emergency Briefing has been praised.

National government

Letter: Film briefing offers rare antidote to fake news

Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock speaks at Parliament Square during the Brexit debate. (PA)

Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock speaks at Parliament Square during the Brexit debate. (PA)

National government

Letter: Reopening Brexit row would be a serious national mistake

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

National government

Letter: Under 16 social media ban ‘about control, not safety’

Powys Teaching Health Board were warned about rising administrative expenses by Wye Valley NHS Trust

Powys Teaching Health Board were warned about rising administrative expenses by Wye Valley NHS Trust

Letter: Powys NHS ‘second‑class’ while Senedd spends on more MSs

Marches Forward Partnership (MFP) leaders are set to meet ministers at Westminster in September

Marches Forward Partnership (MFP) leaders are set to meet ministers at Westminster in September

Marches leaders urge government to back cross-border growth plans

Elwyn Vaughan (second right) has declared the rise of Plaid Cymru in Maldwyn Gwynedd as historic.

Elwyn Vaughan (second right) has declared the rise of Plaid Cymru in Maldwyn Gwynedd as historic.

National government

Gwynedd Maldwyn MS elected to chair of influential Senedd scrutiny committee

Department for Work and Pensions

New youth hub coming to Powys as part of UK government roll-out

Sir Keir Starmer has announced a ban on social media for those under 16.

Sir Keir Starmer has announced a ban on social media for those under 16.

National government

What apps will be banned? Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s

National government

Starmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UK

A reader has comdemned the UK's stance on oil.

A reader has comdemned the UK's stance on oil.

National government

Letter: Calls to rethink North Sea drilling decision