THE Central Wales Football Association (CWFA) has announced a new structure for the game in the region.

As part of nationwide restructuring of the Welsh football pyramid the existing Mid Wales League will cease to operate at the third tier and from next season will fall under CWFA control.

The association has confirmed the Mid Wales League will be divided into eastern and western conferences next season with both operating in the fourth tier of the national pyramid.

Clubs have been invited to apply for membership by June 30 despite the Football Association of Wales (FAW) yet to announce when next season will begin due to ongoing Welsh Government restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A CWFA statement read: "Although these are very uncertain and worrying times for our clubs for a whole host of reasons, the association has to plan for next season whenever it re-commences.

"Our clubs may well be of the view that times are so uncertain that the future planning of football in Central Wales is not a priority. We share that concern.

"However the landscape can change quickly and if it does and a safe return to football is possible we have to be ready and hope clubs understand that."

The formation of four regional third tier leagues has further complicated the CWFA's planning for next season with several clubs expected to be promoted to the new division.

However with FAW ground inspections not complete clubs remain in limbo over which league they will be eligible next season.

The CWFA urged clubs applying for the third tier to also apply for Mid Wales League membership as a contingency.

The CWFA confirmed the formation of regional Mid Wales leagues with the aim of reducing travel and increase accessibility to all clubs in the region.

The statement read: "Earlier this season the association asked for expressions of interest and based on the responses received we are satisfied that western and eastern divisions are viable.

"However, these are uncertain times and if two divisions are not viable there will be a single league and clubs would then be offered the opportunity to withdraw.

"A single division would increase the travelling commitment and cost for clubs.

"The entire approach of has been to devise a competition at the fourth tier which is manageable for our clubs.

"Clubs should note that, if on the basis of applications received a two division Mid Wales League is a viable option, then an application submitted by a club will represent a clear commitment to be part of the league."