New National Park Proposal concerns ‘Exaggerated’ says Labour MS Tuesday, 19 November, 2024 Montgomeryshire MS, Russell George, has again voiced his opposition to the potential expansion of a proposed new National Park into North Powys, in an exchange with the First Minister in the Senedd this week. The Welsh Government outlined plans in its 2021-2026 Programme for Government to designate a new National Park in northeast Wales, based on the existing Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National... Local News
Powys' Covid-19 volunteers make us one of the best in Wales 27th May 2020 New figures which show that Powys has among the highest number of volunteers in Wales who have signed up to help those in need during the Coronavirus pandemic... Local News
£600k funding for Machynlleth Interchange is massive boost for the town 23rd May 2020 Confirmation that Powys County Council has been awarded £600,000 for the construction of the Machynlleth Interchange, has been welcomed by the Member of the... Local News
May 2020 Newsletter & Coronavirus Update - 13th May 2020 13th May 2020 Once again, my thanks go out to all key workers across Montgomeryshire and the wider United Kingdom who are putting their own lives at risk to save lives as... Local News
Self-Employed Hardship Fund needed for Wales 28th April 2020 Montgomeryshire Member of the Welsh Parliament, Russell George MS, is calling on the Welsh Government to introduce a Self-employed Hardship Fund to help those... Local News
Coronavirus Update - 27th March 2020 27th April 2020 A week is usually a long time in politics but during these unprecedented times, this has never been more true. There are fast moving developments every day and... Local News
Coronavirus challenges faced by farmers a real threat to the viability of many rural businesses 21st April 2020 This week, a virtual briefing was held by NFU Cymru to explain the challenges which the agricultural sector is facing in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. The... Local News
Praise for Armed Forces who stand ready to help in fight against Covid19 17th April 2020 News that up to 10,000 armed forces personnel have been placed at a higher readiness across the UK, so they are able to assist with supporting public services... Local News
Mid Wales future of Laura Ashley in the balance as politicians unite in an effort to find a solution 15th April 2020 Politicians from across the political spectrum have come together in an attempt to find a permanent and workable solution for Newtown-based homeware and fashion... Local News
April 2020 Newsletter & Coronavirus Update 1st April 2020 ** Due to the fast changing nature of our current situation, I have decided to dedicate a page to my website, which will be updated most days at midday. Please... Local News
