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
An Innovative Approach to Supporting Our Community
Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council has long championed innovative ways to support its residents. One standout example is its partnership with Citizens Advice Powys. How It Started Back in 2015, Citizens Advice Powys approached the Town Council with a forward...
Newtown East Ward Welcomes New Town Councillor
We’re pleased to share the results of the recent election for the Newtown (East) ward, held on Thursday, 19th March 2026. The community came together to choose a new representative for the Town Council and we are delighted to announce that Mr Kevin James Mitchell has...
Celebrating a Lifetime of Service: Helen Kynaston Becomes the First Freewoman of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn
Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn have marked a historic moment this week as Helen Kynaston was officially named the very first Freewoman of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn - the highest honour the Town Council can award. This extraordinary recognition reflects Helen’s decades...