Newtown residents who are finding the current lockdown difficult and need extra help are being urged to call a helpline run by local volunteers. The Newtown Network is asking people to phone 0333 996 1124 if they need support with essential needs such as finances, shopping and prescription collections. Callers will be put through to volunteer agencies who are able to offer a variety of help from the Town Council, PAVO Community Connectors, Ponthafren Association, Citizens Advice Powys, Powys County Council Children s Services, the Salvation Army and All Saints Church. Newtown Mayor Councillor David Selby said: “With the weather bad, schools closed and the lockdown restrictions in force many more people will be staying at home.