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Man dies at Pembrokeshire-linked recycling centre
POLICE have initiated an investigation following the death of a man at a recycling centre in Cardiff. Emergency services responded to reports of an injured individual at the Atlantic Recycling site on Newton Road on Monday afternoon ( Jul 8 ). The site is operated by the same firm which operates the controversial Withyhedge Landfill Site in Pembrokeshire.
The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by police later in the day. His family has been informed. On Tuesday afternoon, South Wales Police announced that a joint investigation with the Health and Safety Executive is now in progress to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Detective Sergeant Richard Hill of South Wales Police expressed his sympathy to the deceased man’s family. In a statement, he said, “We would like to offer our condolences to the family of the man who sadly lost his life. Our aim now, together with the Health and Safety Executive, is to carry out a robust investigation and establish the cause of this tragic incident.”
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service reported being called to the scene at 12:44 pm on Monday. Emergency services were understood to still be present at the site at approximately 8pm that evening.
The First Minister, Vaughan Gething, came under pressure in recent weeks after it was revealed he had accepted a ยฃ200,000 donation from Atlantic Recycling’s boss. As we reported at time, despite losing a vote of no confidence in the Senedd, Gething refused to step down. (๐ท๐๐: ๐พ๐๐๐๐ ๐ต๐๐๐ ๐บ๐๐๐๐๐๐)
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Man remanded in custody after trespassing with intention to commit sexual act
A FISHGUARD man who has admitted the attempted strangulation of a woman and of trespassing at an unidentified address with the intention of committing a sexual act has appeared before Swansea Crown Court for sentence.
Benjamin Guiver, 34, was listed for sentence this afternoon (Monday, October 7) however his sentencing was adjourned after barristers went into counsel following the request of the defence.
Guiver, of Heol Glyndwr, Fishguard also stands to be sentenced for the grievous bodily harm of a victim described by Dyfed-Powys Police officers as having sustained โserious facial injuriesโ in โa reportedly sustained attackโ and the sexual assault of a woman by penetration. He has pleaded guilty to all four offences.
Guiverโs sentencing will now proceed on October 18 and the defendant was remanded in custody.
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Communities Taking the Lead to get Better Broadband
Locals in Dale, Pembrokeshire successfully use UK Governmentโs Project Gigabit voucher scheme to connect the village with high-speed internet
Dale, a small rural community on the coast of Pembrokeshire has long endured poor internet connectivity that has plagued its residents with little to no ability to use the internet for work, communication or entertainment.ย With the movement of most services and day-to-day tasks to online, having limited internet access was having a detrimental effect on residents who were experiencing firsthand the digital divide.ย
However, after being told about a UK Government funded project by Pembrokeshire County Councilโs Digital Champions, this has now thankfully changed and much of Dale is now connected to gigabit-capable broadband that serves the whole village.
Project Gigabit aims to provide lightning-fast gigabit-capable broadband (1,000 Mbps) to homes and businesses across the UK. With ยฃ5 billion UK Government investment, it targets areas that currently have poor internet connectivity, enabling them to have access to the same high-speed internet as urban areas.
With the voucher scheme, residents and businesses in eligible areas have been able to apply for financial help to cover the costs of installing gigabit broadband.
Cllr Paul Miller, Deputy Leader, Cabinet Member for Place, the Region and Climate Change, said: โConnecting our rural communities is a significant step in the digital infrastructure of Pembrokeshire.
โAlong with our partners, this extensive programme of work has transformed full fibre connectivity and will futureproof the network in our county.
โThe commitment from this authority will ensure our communities wonโt be left without connection.
โThere is more to do, but thanks to a proactive approach by the County Council, full fibre will be offered to more and more communities all the time.โ
The benefits of being better connected rurally are uncontested with the results already being seen in Dale. From helping local businesses to improving access to digital services, having reliable, fast internet access has been the core of the connectivity solution for the Pembrokeshire village.
Going forward, the UK Government โProject Gigabitโ is about making sure everyone in the UK, no matter where they live, has access to fast and reliable internet, bridging the digital divide and providing the opportunity for every harder to reach community to stay connected.
Crime
Pembrokeshire chef admits causing taxi driver’s death
A CHEF from Pembrokeshire has admitted causing the death local taxi driver, Christopher Boyle.
Mateusz Sikorski, 30, formerly of Manorbier and now residing in the Narberth area, appeared at Swansea Crown Court today, Monday, 7 October. Sikorski pleaded guilty to causing the death of 57-year-old Mr Boyle on 2 September 2024 while driving a BMW Series 1 car on the A4139 in Penally.
Sikorski was initially arrested and charged shortly after the incident and first appeared at Llanelli Magistrates Court on 5 September, where he was remanded in custody. However, on 12 September, Sikorski was granted bail with several strict conditions: he must reside in the Narberth area, adhere to an 8 pm-8 am curfew, and report to a police station weekly. He was also issued an interim driving ban.
The fatal crash, which involved Sikorski’s car and Mr Boyle’s silver Volkswagen taxi, occurred on the Penally by-pass near Tenby. Mr Boyle, affectionately known as “Mucker,” was a father-of-five and a well-known figure in the community. Sadly, he died at the scene of the collision.
During today’s hearing, Judge Catherine Richards renewed Sikorskiโs bail conditions and adjourned the case for sentencing until Friday, 8 November.
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