News

£4.8m hospital funding signed off

Published

8 years ago

February 2, 2016

Elin Jones: ‘We’ve waited a long time for these investments’

THE WELSH GOVERNMENT’s Helath Minister Mark Drakeford announced this week that the long-awaited £4.8m of funding for hospital buildings in Cardigan and Tregaron has been signed off.

The funding for the projects follows the submissions of business proposals by Hywel Dda Health Board and other partners. £1.8m will be spent on an integrated centre at Tregaron, to be operated jointly by Ceredigion Council, Hywel Dda Health Board and third-sector partners, including residential care, intermediate care beds and other services. £3m will be spent to begin construction of the replacement for Cardigan Hospital.

Elin Jones, Plaid Cymru AM for Ceredigion, said: “We’ve waited a long time for these investments. I remember the campaigns in 2006, when both Cardigan and Tregaron hospitals were under threat. The journey since then has been long and, at times, tortuous, but this announcement means that construction work should begin on both sites in 2016.

“In Cardigan, I’m still of the view that provision needs to be made for in-patient beds at the new building, but the investment will still bring together a wide range of services in a modern, purpose-built centre. At Tregaron, there’s a real chance to pioneer the delivery of integrated services in a rural context with the Cylch Caron partnership between the Health Board, Ceredigion Council and the third sector.

“Healthcare close to people’s communities is crucial to how I see the NHS developing for the future. People in both Cardigan and Tregaron have had to fight hard for their areas, but I look forward to 2016 being the year where we see the plans come off the drawing board and begin to take shape on site.”

Ceredigion Lib Dem councillor Mark Cole commented on the news by saying: “It is very pleasing news that the assembly has signed off on the funding for the new Cardigan Hospital after many many years of waiting and delays from the assembly. My only concern remains that the detail of services to be provided does not include any beds and that is a campaign that will continue to be fought for.”

Charity

New Quay RNLI’s inshore lifeboat rescues stranded 26ft yacht

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8 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEW QUAY RNLI’s inshore lifeboat was launched on service at 08:32 this morning to assist a 26ft yacht in difficulty a quarter of a mile from New Quay harbour.

Launching with four volunteer crew members, the D-class lifeboat, the Will Morgan, quickly located the vessel, with one person on board.

Simon Rigby, New Quay RNLI’s helm said, “The yacht had lost all means of propulsion, both sail and engine, and was unable to recover a fouled anchor.

“Having assessed the situation we decided that the best course of action was to take the vessel under tow to New Quay harbour. We placed two members of our crew on board, disconnected the anchor chain and began the tow.

“Having safely berthed the yacht alongside the harbour wall, we returned to station just after 09:30.”

Entertainment

Classic car extravaganza returns to Carew Castle this Bank Holiday

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14 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ONE of the highlights of the Pembrokeshire calendar is set to return this Bank Holiday, as Carew Castle prepares to host some of the finest classic and vintage cars, motorbikes, and military vehicles from across South Wales.

The Carew Castle Car Show will take place on Monday 6 May, with plenty of entertainment for all the family, including music throughout the day by local folk band ‘Razor Bill’, and a variety of vintage funfair rides and games from Pembrokeshire Attractions.

For an extra cost of £2, younger visitors will also be able to take part in a Brilliant Birds Trail around the Castle

Manager of Carew Castle, Daisy Hughes, said: “We’re delighted to host the ever-popular Car Show at Carew for another year. It’s a wonderful opportunity for enthusiasts and families alike to admire the beauty of classic and vintage vehicles in an equally impressive vintage setting.

“There is no need to book tickets in advance – just turn up on the day to make the most of this fantastic event.”

Nest Tearoom will be open from 10am onwards to serve bacon rolls and hot drinks, with the usual mouth-watering selection of homemade lunches and cakes available throughout the rest of the day. Visitors are welcome to explore the majestic Castle and Tidal Mill during their visit, to find out more about the events and colourful characters that shaped this site’s fascinating history.

While the car show itself is currently at capacity and no longer accepting new entries, anyone interested in securing a spot for their vehicle on the reserve list are encouraged to register their interest by following the link at www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/carew-castle/events-at-carew-castle/spring-events.

Carew Castle Car Show will take place from 10am-3pm with the Castle open from 10am-4.30pm. Normal admission charges apply: Adults £8, Concessions £7, Children £6 and a Family Ticket (two adults and two children) £25.

Please note the event may not take place in the event of bad weather. For more information visit www.carewcastle.com or follow Carew Castle’s Facebook page (Carew Castle and Tidal Mill) for event updates.

To learn about other events that are taking place in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park this Bank Holiday and throughout the rest of the year, go to www.pembrokeshirecoast.com/events.

Crime

Plea hearing for man accused of assault and strangulation

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22 mins ago

April 26, 2024

Tom Sinclair

A HAVERFORDWEST man is appearing at Swansea Crown Court today (Friday, April 26) charged with assaulting and strangling a woman

Oliver Torkington, 38, of Pembroke Road, appeared at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court charged with two offences last month, and is in Swansea Crown Court today to make his plea, after the local court declined jurisdiction.

Torkington is alleged to have assaulted a woman in St Clears on March 23 and caused her actual bodily harm.

He is also accused of strangling her.

The case came before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on March 25 and Torkington has been remanded in custody since then.

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