Young people’s determination to help shape a fairer Powys stood out says Powys’ Deputy Leader

Powys County Council has approved its budget for 2026/27, and our priority is clear: protecting the services people rely on most.

We’ve kept the council tax rise as low as possible while increasing investment in our schools, strengthening support for people facing homelessness, and boosting help for low‑income households through the Council Tax Reduction Scheme.

With more than half of households already receiving support, this budget focuses every pound on building a stronger, fairer, greener Powys for........

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