Eight jobs safeguarded after Powys firm wins Merthyr recycling contract

A company in Powys has won a five-year contract with Merthyr Tydfil council to operate and manage recycling centres in Aberfan and Dowlais.

Potter Group, based at Welshpool, already operates household waste recycling centres in Welshpool, Newtown and Machynlleth on behalf of Powys council.

It also runs commercial waste transfer stations in Brecon and Welshpool.

The firm said eight jobs had been safeguarded in Aberfan and Dowlais.