News
County gets £1.5m to build and refurbish affordable homes
PEOPLE in Pembrokeshire will benefit from £1,534,955 to support building and refurbishing affordable homes, the Housing and Regeneration Minister Carl Sargeant announced last week.
The funding is part of £58 million Welsh Government Social Housing Grant
funding for local authorities and housing associations across Wales, contributing to the supply of affordable housing and providing welcome support to many. Minister Carl Sargeant said: “The Social Housing Grant has been a real success in helping to provide good quality, affordable homes across Wales and, with the UK Government’s welfare reform policies hitting our communities hard, I’m delighted to announce this substantial funding for 2014/15. “The funding will be shared between all local authorities who, working with housing associations, will identify and deliver projects which are of maximum benefit to our communities. “Communities can look forward to seeing better quality, affordable homes, more support on living independently and further jobs created in their area as a result of this Grant and I look forward to seeing the difference that it will make across Wales.”
Crime
Plea hearing for man accused of assault and strangulation
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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Community
Suspected explosive device found on Ceredigion beach
LOCAL coastguard teams and the Tewkesbury-based bomb squad were called out in the early hours after a suspected explosive device was discovered on Llanrhystud beach in Ceredigion.
Coastguard teams from New Quay and Cardigan responded to a report of suspected washed-up ordnance at 3.50am this morning, April 26th. The Army Bomb Disposal Team, based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, arrived shortly thereafter, covering a journey of over 110 miles.
A statement from the New Quay Coastguard clarified the situation: “Following an assessment by the Army Bomb Disposal Team, it was determined that the item was not ordnance. This report was made with good intent, and fortunately, there was no risk to the public.”
The Coastguard team also issued advice to the public encountering suspected ordnance on beaches: “Always be cautious of objects you find on our shores. Our beaches are steeped in history, and remnants from the past can still wash up today. If you come across something unusual in size or shape, particularly if it appears rusty, it could be unexploded ordnance.”
The statement continued, detailing the correct response to such discoveries: “If you find something on the beach that you suspect might be unexploded ordnance, do not touch or move it. Instead, call 999 and request the Coastguard’s assistance. We will take immediate action with relevant authorities to ensure everyone’s safety and the proper disposal of the item.”
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Farming
E-Tickets now on sale for Pembrokeshire County Show 2024
E-TICKETS are now on sale for this summer’s Pembrokeshire County Show, the largest county agricultural show in Wales. Preparations are coming together well for what is set to be a fantastic two days of livestock, competitions, attractions and much more.
General entry tickets for the show, taking place on Wednesday and Thursday, 14 & 15 August, are now available at an ‘early birds’ rate online from the website. Ticket prices have had to increase slightly to cover costs but still remain below 2019 charges. The early bird rate for Adults is £15, children £8 (5-16 years), Carers as well as children four years and under are free. Please visit: www.pembsshow.org to purchase your e-tickets.
Adam Thorne, President of Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society said, “At the event in August visitors will be able to tickle their tastebuds in the Castell Howell Food Hall, marvel at the livestock classes, enjoy watching the dog agility, be wowed by the showjumping, explore the horticulture, arts and crafts entries.
Shop ‘til they drop in the Country Market area, which will showcase over 40 quality local and award winning product and craft stalls and much more.”
Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society Membership packages are also available and these include admission to the Show and the Members’ Area. Purchasing membership of the society will support its aim to promote, advance and improve agriculture, horticulture and rural crafts and skills by the improvement of livestock and the demonstration and showing of livestock, machinery, crafts, products, methods and processes connected with agriculture and agricultural education in particular by the holding of an annual show. Full details are available on the website: Become A Member | Pembrokeshire County Show | Pembs Agricultural Society (pembsshow.org)
Putting together this event is hard work and requires an enormous effort by the staff, volunteers and trustees of Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society. The Society is indebted to so many for their commitment and support in helping host the event.
A special mention must go to the county show sponsors. Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society is proud to have many local, regular, sponsors who make the event possible.
Sponsorship Director, Richard Cole, said, “Sponsorship and Pembrokeshire County Show have been a successful combination for the last 45 years. Sponsors have enjoyed promoting their businesses through the varied mediums of banners, announcements, show rings, buildings, equine and livestock classes and championships over the years. It isn’t too late. If you’d like to discuss becoming a corporate sponsor please complete the form on our website: www.pembsshow.org.”
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