01-07-2025
- Business
- Powys County Times
Welshpool shortlisted for Let's Celebrate Towns award
Welshpool has been shortlisted in the national Let's Celebrate Towns awards.
The town was nominated in the Connectivity category, which aims to recognise efforts in improving digital and physical infrastructure to create a more accessible town.
Richard Williams, town clerk, said: "To be recognised at this level is a huge honour for Welshpool.
"Our entry focuses on our efforts to enhance community access to information and services, including our proposal to install interactive touchscreen noticeboards around the town to help residents and visitors connect with local events, transport, business and more."
Welshpool is one of 50 towns across the UK to be shortlisted, with projects such as eBike schemes, public art installations, free Wi-Fi, and digital communication hubs.
The award aim to highlight how councils, businesses, and communities are working in partnership to support growth.
Winners will be announced at a ceremony at the House of Lords this month.
Each winner will receive £20,000 to invest in a community initiative.
Ian Harvey, head of the Institute of Place Management and a returning judge, said: "It's a real privilege to return as a judge for the Visa Let's Celebrate Towns initiative.
"At the Institute of Place Management, we see that effective place leadership relies not just on passion, but on having the right skills and knowledge to deliver real change.
"This competition is a powerful platform to share learning, celebrate success, and showcase the creativity and commitment of local government, businesses, and communities working to improve their towns across the UK.
"It is an honour to be involved."
Mandy Lamb, managing director for the UK & Ireland at Visa, said: "We're excited to champion towns that are propelling local economic growth and prosperity in the UK, with the goal of unlocking even more potential in the future.
"This year of 'Let's Celebrate Towns' has attracted a record number of entries, highlighting the passion and creativity in our communities.
"Anyone on the shortlist should feel immensely proud of their achievement.
"I can't wait to join the judging panel to explore all the inspiring initiatives and achievements across the nation."
Helen Dickinson, CEO of the British Retail Consortium, said: "Through Let's Celebrate Towns, we've seen impressive entries that demonstrate creative solutions and resilience.
