Welshpool

Powys: Cars and lorry in ‘serious’ crash on Newtown bypass

Emergency services scrambled to the collision earlier this afternoon (April 23) which saw three vehicles coming together, with specialist medical care being needed for those involved.
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that the crash …

Weather warnings latest as Arctic blast sends snow south and …

The UK is now in the middle of a cold blast of Arctic air which has moved in from the north across the whole of the country.
A northerly airflow is bringing very cold conditions for all, plus snow showers for some areas at times.
Shropshire Council cre…

Opinion: Powys economy is undermined by poor infrastructure

Good transport connections are key to improving the local economy which is why I actively campaigned for the Newtown bypass and continue to work for other important road and rail improvement schemes as well as improving road safety. 
It is reported tha…

Trains cancelled on Powys’ Llanfair Railway after car crash

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway have been forced to limit its services today (November 2) after a car crashed onto the tracks after going through a hedge at the Welshpool end of the line.
The railway is a favourite locally and attracts visitors from…

Woman dies after being trampled by herd of cows in Welsh field

A dogwalker has died after being trampled by a herd of cows on a public footpath in mid-Wales. The woman, who hasn’t been named, was walking the access route in Maesmawr, Welshpool, through a field which is home to a herd of 40 cows.
The incident happe…

Welshpool, Powys firm, Invertek, plans 250 extra jobs

Invertek Drives Ltd has said it anticipates the extra jobs to be created over the next five years at its global headquarters and manufacturing facility in the town.
The company has already increased employment significantly in recent years but the 250 …

Welshpool firm to create 250 new jobs under ambitious plans

The proposed Innovation Centre
Invertek Drives Ltd has announced the plans for its global headquarters and manufacturing facility with roles in its Innovation team, production, and other business areas.
The move comes as the firm continues to invest …

Welshpool firm to create 250 new jobs



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Family firm Speed Welshpool gains FORS Bronze

 
Speed Welshpool has achieved a Bronze accreditation from the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS). The company employs over 70 staff and is based in Welshpool in Powys. It has operating licences for 32 trucks and 34 trailers and has been a m…

Warehouse and distribution firm is one in a million, says MS

A warehouse storage and distribution company is on the road to more success after reaching a major milestone by handling its one millionth pallet.
McCarthy Distribution Ltd, based on Wrexham Industrial Estate, invited the city’s Senedd Member, Lesley G…