News

Haverfordwest: Headteacher named for new Welsh-medium school

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8 years ago

November 24, 2017

THE HEADTEACHER of Ysgol y Preseli in Crymych, Michael Davies, has been named as the first headteacher of the Welsh-medium school for three to 16-year-olds currently being built in Haverfordwest.

Mr Davies will remain in his present post and become Executive Head of both schools.

The appointment is the result of an agreement between the temporary governing body of the new school and governors at Ysgol y Preseli.

In a letter to parents and guardians of pupils at the Haverfordwest’s school’s four feeder schools, the chairman of the temporary governing body, Tegryn Jones, wrote: “It has been agreed to appoint Mr Michael Davies, the current headteacher of Ysgol y Preseli, as Executive Head of the two schools over the next few years to support the establishment and development of the new school.

“The temporary governing body is delighted to have appointed Mr Davies, who brings a wealth of experience in leading a successful Welsh medium school.

“We have confidence that he will bring the vision and the leadership skills to ensure that pupils attending the school will receive an excellent standard of education in a state-of-the-art building.”

In a letter to parents of pupils at Ysgol y Preseli, chairman of governors, Des Davies, said: “This will mean a re-organisation of responsibilities within the senior leadership team and the appointment of an additional teacher to ensure that the high standards achieved by the school are maintained.

“The above arrangements will be reviewed monthly by both governing bodies and the Local Education Authority.”

Mr Davies added that it had been agreed to establish a formal partnership between the two schools to ensure the continued success of Welsh-medium education in Pembrokeshire.

Mr Michael Davies said: “It is a privilege to have been invited to become the Executive Headteacher of both Ysgol y Preseli and the new Welsh-medium 3-16 school at Haverfordwest.

“I am looking forward to the challenge of establishing and developing the new school while ensuring that current standards remain high at Ysgol y Preseli.

“Building an effective partnership between the two schools will be key to the future success of Welsh medium education in Pembrokeshire.”

Community

Cwm Arian to showcase work at Eisteddfod y Garreg Las 2026

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17 seconds ago

March 28, 2026

Rieve Nesbitt-Marr

CWM ARIAN Renewable Energy has confirmed it will host a stand at this year’s Eisteddfod y Garreg Las, set to take place from Friday, August 1 to Friday, August 8, 2026, at Llantwd in north Pembrokeshire.

The 2026 event is expected to be one of the most significant in recent history, marking 850 years since the first recorded Eisteddfod in 1176 at Castell Aberteifi. With the Maes located close to the original site, organisers anticipate a landmark celebration for both the region and Wales as a whole.

The National Eisteddfod is regarded as Europe’s largest cultural festival, drawing around 175,000 visitors each year. It celebrates Welsh language, literature, music and the arts through a packed programme of competitions, performances, exhibitions and community events.

Communities across Pembrokeshire, alongside neighbouring parts of Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire, have been working together to fund the festival. Organisers set a target of £400,000, which is now close to being reached, reflecting strong local support.

Anna Mounteney, Communications Coordinator at Cwm Arian, said: “We are delighted to be part of Eisteddfod y Garreg Las in such a significant year. It is a wonderful opportunity for us to share our work, connect with visitors, and celebrate the rich culture and community spirit of west Wales.”

Cwm Arian will be present on the Maes throughout the week, welcoming visitors from all backgrounds.

Cwm Arian is a community benefit society based in west Wales. Its work began with a community wind turbine in Llanfyrnach, which continues to generate renewable energy. The organisation now supports homes, community centres and local groups to install renewable systems, improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

Crime

Theft case over Tresaith beach items discontinued in court

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1 hour ago

March 28, 2026

Court Reporter

A THEFT case relating to items taken from a Pembrokeshire beach has been discontinued at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court.

Gryffydd Morgan, aged 52, of Bro Arth, near Cilgerran, Pembrokeshire, had been due to stand trial in connection with alleged thefts at Tresaith Beach.

Morgan had denied two charges of theft, contrary to the Theft Act 1968.

The court previously heard that the allegations related to incidents on July 18, 2025, when it was claimed that a tent and a deck chair belonging to Clare Marshall had been stolen.

A second charge alleged that a tent belonging to Beverly Walker had also been taken on the same date.

Morgan had entered not guilty pleas to both charges at an earlier hearing.

However, when the case returned to court on Friday (Mar 27), the prosecution offered no evidence.

As a result, magistrates formally dismissed both charges.

No further details were given in court as to why the case had been discontinued.

News

West Wales man remanded in custody over serious sexual assault charge

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1 hour ago

March 28, 2026

Court Reporter

A MAN has been remanded in custody after appearing before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court charged with a serious sexual offence alongside a number of other alleged offences.

Lyndon Robinson, aged 32, of no fixed abode, appeared before magistrates on Friday (Mar 27).

Robinson is charged with assault by penetration, contrary to Section 2 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003.

The court heard that the allegation relates to an incident on December 11, 2025, in Wales, during which it is alleged that Robinson intentionally penetrated the vagina of a woman with his finger without her consent and without a reasonable belief that she was consenting.

The complainant is entitled to lifelong anonymity.

The court was also told that Robinson faces additional charges, including intentional strangulation, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and harassment causing fear of violence, relating to the same complainant.

No pleas were entered during the hearing.

Due to the seriousness of the allegations, magistrates declined jurisdiction and sent the case to Swansea Crown Court for trial.

Robinson was remanded in custody.

Bail was refused on the grounds of the nature and seriousness of the offences, the risk of further offending, the risk of causing injury or fear of injury to an associated person, and the risk of interference with witnesses or obstruction of justice.

Robinson is due to appear before Swansea Crown Court on Monday, April 27, at 9:00am for a plea and trial preparation hearing.