Your Town Council
Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is one of over 730 community and town councils throughout Wales. It is a separate organisation from Powys County Council. It is made up of 16 elected town councillors and 2 community youth representatives – who work voluntarily. We also employ 6 full-time and 8 part-time members of staff.
Scroll down to browse more information about your councillors, meetings and services provided in the town.
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Services
The Town Council plays a vital role in maintaining and improving our community, providing a range of services that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. From keeping public spaces clean and green to supporting local events and community initiatives, we are dedicated to making our town a great place to live, work, and visit.
Click here to see which services the Town Council is currently responsible for.
Documents
Looking for more detailed information?
The law requires town councils to publish a range of information. In this section, you will find documents relating to:
- Who We Are and What We Do
- What We Spend and How We Spend It
- What Our Priorities Are and How We Are Doing
- How We Make Decisions
- Our Policies and Procedures
- Lists & Registers
Diving into the Numbers
16 Town Councillors and 2 Youth Representatives representing the views of the community.
The number of acres of glorious green space managed in the town.
The year that Sarah Brisco gifted the Clock and Bells to the people of Newtown.
News & Notices
Sarah Brisco House Transformation Project 22/09/2025
Sarah Brisco House, owned by The Sarah Brisco Trust, and occupied by Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council and The Robert Owen Museum, has received a welcome boost thanks to latest funding awards. Plans to develop and modernise the historic Grade II listed building...
West Ward Election 15th Oct’25: Statement of Persons Nominated for Election
The County Returning Officer has published the Statement of Persons Nominated for the election which has been called to fill the vacancy for town councillor in Newtown Llanllwchaiarn West Ward, for Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council, showing 4 nominations. The...
A Message From The Mayor – 12/9/25
A Message from Town Councillor Pete Lewington, Mayor of Newtown – 12th September 2025 Dear fellow residents, As Mayor of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn, I undertake the role of ambassador for our community with honour and pride and I want to re-enforce my firm underlying...