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Crime Commissioner in Pembrokeshire to discuss local issues

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2 years ago

February 9, 2024

ON TUESDAY, February 6, the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Dafydd Llywelyn was on a Community Engagement Day, reinforcing connections and addressing local concerns within some of Pembrokeshire’s communities.

The day commenced with a productive meeting between the PCC and the Pembrokeshire Youth Offending Team, who were collaborating with School Beat Police Officers at Haverfordwest High School, to deliver an impactful ‘Crime Time’ session to Year 8 students, aimed at developing awareness and prevention strategies.

The workshop at Haverfordwest High was followed by a visit to Pembroke Dock Port, where discussions took place with officers from the Force’s Marine unit about the challenges faced in policing the coastal regions of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Carmarthenshire. The PCC also had an update on combatting organised immigration crime and the work that is being carried out to safeguard our borders.

Continuing the day’s agenda, the PCC engaged with Pembrokeshire’s Superintendent to discuss local challenges, and how the Force are locally taking a proactive policing approach, and ensuring effective public engagement. The PCC extended the conversation to the streets of Tenby, where he joined officers on foot patrol, engaging with local businesses, including Tenby Stores, to discuss the impact of retail crime, particularly shoplifting, on the commercial landscape.

The day concluded with a briefing on rural crime with Dyfed-Powys Police’s Pembrokeshire Rural Crime Team in Narberth. Discussions centred on collaborative efforts to support and protect our farming community, highlighting the crucial role that the Officers play in safeguarding rural livelihoods.

Reflecting on the day’s engagements, PCC Dafydd Llywelyn reiterated the importance of community collaboration in tackling prevailing issues. “My community engagement day today was an opportunity to actively listen to some of the concerns and challenges faced in Pembrokeshire. Our partnership with Youth Offending Teams in an example of our proactive approach to youth empowerment and crime prevention, equipping young people with knowledge and strategies to make positive choices in life. By working collaboratively with local partners, we can build safer and more resilient communities.”

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Chief Officer for Youth & Community Education, Steve Davis, said: “The Police & Crime Commissioners visit to Haverfordwest High VC School to see the delivery of the Crime Time prevention project was greatly appreciated.

“The project he visited involves pupils from Ysgol Harri Tudur putting on a play of a crime committed by a young person, followed by a number of workshops to explore the impact and consequences of crime. The programme is delivered by Police School Beat Officers, The Youth Service, The Youth Justice Team, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Magistrates. This is normally delivered annually across all of our secondary schools and is a cornerstone in our crime prevention work with young people.”

Community

Port launches waterway safety competition with monthly prizes

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6 minutes ago

March 30, 2026

Tom Sinclair

THE PORT OF MILFORD HAVEN has announced the launch of its first Waterway Safety Competition, set to begin in April.

The initiative aims to promote safe and responsible use of the Milford Haven Waterway, one of the busiest and most diverse waterways in Wales. The waterway is used daily by paddleboarders, kayakers, sailors, swimmers, and large commercial vessels, making safety a key priority.

As part of the competition, participants are invited to showcase their own interpretation of the waterway through any creative medium. All art forms are welcome, and entries will be judged monthly.

Each month, winners will receive prizes designed to support water safety, including lifejackets and training sessions.

The Port hopes the competition will encourage greater awareness of safety while celebrating the unique character of the waterway.

For more information or to enter, visit: https://www.mhpa.co.uk/waterway-safety-competition/

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Reform UK unveils Carmarthenshire Senedd candidates

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8 minutes ago

March 30, 2026

Tom Sinclair

REFORM UK Wales has announced its full list of candidates for Sir Gaerfyrddin (Carmarthenshire) ahead of the Senedd election on Thursday, May 7.

Leading the list is Gareth Beer, the party’s Carmarthenshire chairman, a local businessman, father of four and Kidwelly town councillor. In the 2024 General Election, he came within around 1,500 votes of winning the Llanelli seat — Reform UK’s strongest result in Wales.

Beer said the party had assembled “a strong team of decent, hard-working people” ready to represent the county.

He said: “We have already started campaigning strongly across the constituency, and the reception we are receiving on the doorstep has been overwhelmingly positive.

“People have had enough of the lies they hear from politicians and want to give a new party a genuine chance to make real changes.”

He added that key issues raised by voters included NHS waiting lists, education standards, the economy and the cost of living.

Full candidate list

The Reform UK candidates for Sir Gaerfyrddin are:

Gareth Beer – Businessman, Kidwelly town councillor and Carmarthenshire chairman for Reform UK.

Carmelo Colasanto – County and community councillor with a background in retail, compliance and multinational business operations.

Sarah Edwards – Retired dental professional and smallholder, known for campaigning on rural and environmental issues.

Christopher Brooke – Retired engineer and manager with more than four decades’ experience in manufacturing.

Alan Cole – Former senior corporate leader and business owner who has worked with small businesses across South Wales.

Michelle Beer – Marketing and PR professional and Reform UK county councillor for the Lliedi ward, elected in a 2025 by-election.

The party said the team brings experience from business, engineering, healthcare and public service.

Reform UK Wales said its campaign in Carmarthenshire would focus on reducing NHS waiting times, improving education, supporting small businesses and addressing the rising cost of living.

The party is positioning itself as an alternative to what it describes as the political “status quo” in Cardiff Bay.

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Police watchdog investigates after gunshot fired inside Milford Haven flats

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12 minutes ago

March 30, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A POLICE firearm was discharged inside a block of flats in Milford Haven during an incident on Saturday evening (March 28), it has emerged.

Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed a single shot was fired at around 6:32pm after officers were called to reports of disorder at Bunkers Hill involving a person believed to be carrying a knife.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has now confirmed it has been notified. A spokesperson said the force had made a voluntary conduct referral, which will be assessed before any decision is made on further action.

Police have stated that the firearm was not directed at any individual and that no injuries were reported.

A witness close to the matter told The Herald that the shot was fired as an officer entered the flats and moved up the stairs, with the bullet striking a breeze block wall. This account has not yet been officially confirmed.

When Herald reporters attended the scene on Sunday afternoon, a significant police presence remained, with officers seen going in and out of the building and carrying out checks around the rear of the flats.

The precise circumstances leading to the discharge remain under investigation.

More to follow.