A Reform UK Senedd member has promised that her new constituency office in Llanidloes will offer help to residents of every political persuasion, following criticism and repeated incidents involving anti-Nigel Farage material at the premises.

Claire Johnson-Wood, who represents Gwynedd Maldwyn, said she deliberately chose the town to establish a welcoming base near the centre of her rural constituency, with the added hope of bringing more visitors to local businesses.

"I wanted a constituency office in the heart of the constituency," she told the Cambrian News.

"I really wanted it in a lovely local rural town," she added, explaining that she wanted to remain close to the constituency's centre.

The premises on Great Oak Street, formerly occupied by Barclays Bank, are being refurbished and decorated in Reform UK's distinctive pale blue.

But Ms Johnson-Wood stressed that the colour of the walls would have no bearing on who receives assistance.

"I want to make it completely clear that when it comes to constituency work, I am apolitical," she said.

"I will work for anybody that needs help or support in my constituency. I don't care if they're Labour, Liberal, Lib Dems, whatever. I'm there to serve the people.

"It's not a political office. It's a constituency office for an MS."

Her comments follow a letter to the Cambrian News questioning the office's arrival and criticising her decision to report anti-Farage stickers to police. The correspondent described the report as a "naïve over-reaction", arguing that politicians should expect strong opposition.

However, Ms Johnson-Wood said printed pictures of her alongside Nigel Farage, accompanied by different comments, had been attached repeatedly to doors, windows and walls over several weeks.

"I keep getting the same picture, A4 printed, with different comments, different silly statements, plastered on the doors, the windows and the side of the office," she said.

She acknowledged the importance of political protest, saying: "Everybody's entitled to their own views and opinions. I'm completely open to that."

Nevertheless, she described repeatedly attaching material to the building as unacceptable.

Dyfed-Powys Police previously confirmed receiving a report of criminal damage on Great Oak Street. At the time, the force said enquiries were ongoing.

Ms Johnson-Wood said she had reported the incidents to ensure they were recorded, while Senedd security personnel had since visited the building and brought forward security arrangements.

She said she hoped the new systems would be operational shortly, but did not want residents to feel deterred from visiting.

Ms Johnson-Wood said her team was already handling constituent concerns about housing, roads and healthcare.

She believes that as constituents increasingly approach the office with everyday problems, its role as a public service, rather than a political campaign base, will become clearer to those who remain sceptical.

"I don't care who you vote for. I'd never ask you that," she said.

"Even if they didn't vote for you, that doesn't make a difference. I'm not going to turn anybody away."

An official opening date has not yet been announced.