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Volunteers wanted to help with Tour de France stage in Powys next year
Volunteers are wanted to help with the Tour de France stage in Powys next year (4 July 2027). They are also needed for the five other stages of the Tour...
27/05/2026
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Wales’s Volunteers Are Carrying Cross-Border Healthcare
Cross-border health transport is a significant and growing area of need for patients, leading to increased demand on the Community Transport sector. Most of this demand is currently being met...
27/05/2026
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HMRC tax-free mileage allowance increase will ease pressure on the voluntary sector
Following an announcement by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 21 May 2026, the HMRC tax-free mileage allowance will increase from 45p to 55p per mile, backdated to April 2026. The increase...
27/05/2026
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Volunteers’ Week 2026: Celebrating volunteers across the UK
Volunteers’ Week returns this year for its 42nd anniversary, running from Monday 1 to Sunday 7 June 2026. We will join thousands of charities and voluntary organisations across the UK...
26/05/2026
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Can you make a difference in North Powys?
Marie Curie are looking for local individual or groups to help in your area.    
26/05/2026
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Mid & North Powys Mind – Free Workplace Training
Free to staff of any organisation based in Powys with less than 250 employees Delivered via Zoom
23/04/2026
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Volunteering in Powys celebrated
Last month, we celebrated volunteering in Powys at events held in Knighton, Machynlleth and Ystradgynlais. The events were organised in partnership with local volunteering delivery partners – Knighton and District...
21/04/2026
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Heart of Wales Line Community Rail Partnership Wins Second Place at National Awards
The Heart of Wales Line Community Rail Partnership has been recognised at the Community Rail Awards 2026, claiming second place in the prestigious Tourism and Leisure category for its innovative...
26/03/2026
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WCVA and Cwmpas call for a balanced and sustainable funding approach
In a joint statement, WCVA and Cwmpas are urging government to take a more balanced and practical approach to funding and engagement with voluntary organisations, social enterprises and community groups...
20/03/2026
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Aberystwyth University – Free Short Courses
There is a Fee Waiver Scheme that is currently available to individuals in Wales who would not otherwise have access to higher education including paid and unpaid carers. Thanks to...
18/03/2026
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Young people share powerful ideas to shape a fairer future for Powys
Young people from across Powys came together during the February half‑term for an inspiring countywide engagement event designed to put their ideas, energy and experiences at the heart of local decision‑making....
16/03/2026
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Lessons from COVID-19 highlight need to support voluntary sector resilience
The Welsh Government has been urged to work more closely with the voluntary sector to ensure communities can respond effectively to future emergencies. The call comes in a new report...
16/03/2026
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