Ceredigion and Powys have been handed £13.1 million to improve transport across mid Wales.

The funding comes from the Welsh Government and will see both county councils working together on projects across the region.

The money will be used on road safety schemes, highway infrastructure improvements, public transport initiatives, creating more active travel routes aimed at encouraging people to walk or cycle and creating more electric vehicle charge points.

Cllr Shelley Childs, Ceredigion Cabinet Member for Highways and Environmental Services, said: This continued higher level of support from Welsh Government shows that the Mid Wales region of Powys and Ceredigion is now receiving a fairer allocation of national transport funding.

“This enables us to set out a clear vision to progress and deliver our exciting array of projects and I commend the officers, design teams & contractors who continue to show that Mid Wales really can deliver on our regional transport plan projects and aspirations".

Cllr Jackie Charlton, Cabinet Member for Greener Powys, added: “This funding is about getting practical improvements delivered for residents across Powys and Ceredigion. It gives us the opportunity to turn our regional transport plan into action — improving everyday journeys, strengthening rural connections and making it easier for people to access work, education, healthcare and essential services. Our focus will now be to deliver and make sure this investment makes a real difference to communities across Mid Wales.”

The councils say the investment will help ensure that transport networks across Mid Wales continue to meet the needs of residents, businesses and visitors while supporting wider economic, environmental and social objectives.

The Mid Wales Regional Transport Programme is delivered in partnership across the region and is focused on creating a transport network that supports sustainable economic growth, tackles transport inequalities and contributes to national decarbonisation ambitions.