Police to sell off station as part of savings plan

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that they are to sell Llanfyllin Police Station and move in with Mid and West Wales Fire (MAWWFRS).

Llanfyllin Station has been identified as not meeting modern day policing requirements by Dyfed-Powys Police and, as a result and as part of a £10m savings plan spanning three years, a decision has been made to formally close the station and sell the property.

This decision is part of a bigger change programme across Dyfed-Powys Police, where estates and technology and the kit available to officers and staff are coming together to improve policing and the service to our communities.

Dyfed-Powys Police will maintain their presence in Llanfyllin, and will operate from a new collocation base with Mid and West Wales Fire.

Chief Constable Dr Richard Lewis said: “This decision has come after careful evaluation to make best use of resources and deliver an effective police service that meets the needs and expectations of our communities.

“The closure and sale of this police station is a step forward in modernising and improving our services, enabling officers to continue their work with greater efficiency and effectiveness.

“The decision has been made with the best interests of taxpayers and the community in mind, as the current station does not meet modern day policing requirements and is expensive to run.

“I want to reassure our local communities that Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police is committed to maintaining the same level of service and support for our local communities, and residents and business in Llanfyllin will see no difference.

“Your local neighbourhood policing and prevention teams will continue to provide a visible presence and effective engagement with residents and businesses.”

If you need the police when it is not an emergency, you can contact them through a direct message on Facebook, X, online, 101@dyfed-powys.police.uk, or by calling 101.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.

If a crime is in progress, or there is a danger to life, risk of serious injury, or damage to property, always dial 999.