Powys Council Submits CymruTech Park Plan for 370 Jobs and £82 Million Mid Wales Boost
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Updated · Business News Wales · Jun 19
Powys Council Submits CymruTech Park Plan for 370 Jobs and £82 Million Mid Wales Boost
1 articles · Updated · Business News Wales · Jun 19
Summary
Powys County Council has filed a hybrid planning application for CymruTech Park in Newtown, a 4.75-hectare employment site projected to create more than 370 jobs and add £82 million in GVA.
The scheme next to Newtown College would combine an advanced manufacturing centre, modern business units and a Green Skills Academy to link education, skills training and industry growth.
First-phase plans cover the access road, the academy and initial business units, while later phases remain in outline so the site can expand over time.
Resident feedback during statutory consultation raised traffic, environmental and nearby-home concerns, prompting design changes including extra tree planting, screening and retention of the community orchard.
The project aligns with the Mid Wales Growth Deal, with its outline business case due before the Growing Mid Wales Board in July.
Mid Wales is betting £82 million on a new tech park. What happens if the promised high-tech jobs never arrive?
As Wales faces a major skills shortage, can this new tech park create its own workforce in time to succeed?
CymruTech Park: Transforming Mid Wales with 400+ Jobs, £100M Output, and a Green Skills Academy
Overview
The CymruTech Park project is at a crucial stage, having completed a mandatory pre-application consultation that included extensive public engagement and an event at The Hafren. Residents voiced concerns about traffic, the environment, and the park’s proximity to homes. Their feedback led to significant refinements, such as more tree planting, better screening, and preserving the community orchard. Comprehensive technical assessments were also carried out to address potential impacts. The updated proposals and documents were made available for public comment, and there will be more chances for community input as the planning process continues.