A MEETING to address road safety concerns in Narberth will be held by the local county councillor on Tuesday, 22nd October. The event comes in response to rising concerns about road safety and issues with on-street parking that have been raised with Councillor Marc Tierney.

Councillor Tierney, a member of Welsh Labour, has organised the meeting following feedback from the community. Last month, members of the local community speed watch group reported to Narberth Town Council about their efforts to monitor speeds on key routes into the town. They also called for additional electronic signage to remind motorists of their speed.

The public meeting will take place at the Queens Hall, Narberth, starting at 7 pm. Representatives from Dyfed-Powys Police, Pembrokeshire County Council, and GoSafe will be in attendance.

Councillor Tierney said: “In recent months, I have received concerns from local residents who are worried by the speed at which some motorists are travelling, particularly on key routes into town.

“Despite several measures funded by the Welsh Government, there is concern that road users are not driving to the conditions, especially considering changes to road layouts to support walking and cycling routes.”

He added: “Narberth residents are invited to attend to share their views and to hear more information about resident parking schemes and the ongoing consultation to divert Heavy Goods Vehicles away from Narberth High Street.”

Spaces for the event are limited, and those wishing to attend are encouraged to register in advance. To secure a place, visit https://forms.office.com/r/h9ghnrvAzF.

PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL’S Transport Strategy Team is heading north this week to discuss plans for Active Travel improvements in St Dogmaels.

The latest Active Travel plans include creation of a Shared Use Path along High Street, Feidr Fawr and Pilot Street (B4546) and a Shared Use Path connecting Feidr Fach footway with a new path and a cantilever boardwalk onto Pilot Street.

There will be public workshops to discuss the plans that aim to improve parking, traffic flow and pedestrian movement throughout the village that is popular with visitors and residents alike.

To find out more head to St Dogmaels Memorial Hall on 21^st October, for sessions at 10am-12pm, 1pm-4pm and 6.30pm-8pm.

Representatives from Pembrokeshire County Council will be available to answer any questions that may arise.

Following this one-day event, for those who are unable to attend in person, an online public survey will be made available and can be accessed, via: https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/have-your-say/consultations

The online survey will remain available for four weeks concluding on 18^th November 2024 at midnight.

THIS summer, the Family Information Service’s ‘Summer of Fun’ initiative made a significant impact on the local community, offering a wide range of free activities and services designed to bring families together and create lasting memories.

What made these events truly special was that members of the public played a key role in deciding the locations for many of the activities, ensuring the programme reached areas most in need and reflected the wishes of local families.

In response to public feedback requesting more events, the Family Information Service is excited to announce a Halloween Pumpkin Trail taking place over October Half Term, inviting families to take part in a spooky scavenger hunt in Neyland Marina with pumpkins decorated by local school children.

More information on the trail can be found on the Family Information Service’s Facebook page in the coming days.

In the summer families had the chance to select venues close to home, ensuring that the events were convenient and accessible to everyone.

As a result, activities were spread across central locations such as schools, leisure centres, and community halls, bringing events closer to the communities they were meant to serve.

By letting families guide the decision-making process, the initiative not only boosted participation but also fostered a deeper sense of ownership and involvement in the community.

Steven Richards-Downes, Director for Education, said: “We are thrilled with the success of our Free Family Fun Days held across the county this summer. The overwhelming participation and positive feedback from over 700 children, young people, and families highlight the importance of community-driven events.

“We are especially proud to have distributed over 800 healthy snack pots. We look forward to organising more of these events in the future, bringing families together and fostering a sense of community.”

The Summer of Fun provided free food and a host of activities for families of all sizes and ages. From arts and crafts to sports and swimming, there was something for everyone. Local Leisure Centres, chosen by the community, became lively hubs for the events, utilising existing offers to provide diverse activities that families could continue to enjoy long after the summer fun had ended.

Milford Youth Matters in Milford Haven and Point Youth in Fishguard lent their support to ensure that families in those areas enjoyed a full range of activities, while Public Health Wales provided healthy food throughout the events. These partnerships, along with collaborations with local businesses, further expanded the programme’s offerings, giving families a wide variety of options for fun and engagement.

Eleanor Thomas, Family Information Service Officer, said: “We are delighted to have provided a wide range of free activities for families across Pembrokeshire. These events were a fantastic opportunity for children and parents to come together, enjoy quality time and create lasting memories.

“It is our pleasure to support our community with accessible and engaging activities that bring joy and enrichment to so many families.

“We’re excited to continue offering more events, such as our upcoming Halloween Pumpkin Trail, and look forward to creating even more memorable experiences for everyone involved.”

Pembrokeshire Family Information Service will also be sharing their popular “What’s On” guide on their Facebook page to ensure families have a range of activities to take part in across the county over Half Term. Members of the public and activity providers are encouraged to tag the Family Information Service in social media posts of any family friendly activities they’d like to promote through the page.

To stay up to date on upcoming events and activities, you can follow the Family Information Service’s Facebook page on facebook.com/PembsFIS.
You can also check out the What’s On Guide for each half term to discover even more fun-filled opportunities for your family.