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Pembroke Dock police station to relocate to new base

Published

8 months ago

May 1, 2025

Bruce Sinclair - Local Democracy Reporter

A CALL to move Pembroke Dock’s police station from its Water Street location to a former council building has been narrowly backed despite safety fears raised by local residents.

In an application recommended for approval at the April meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council’s planning committee, Dyfed Powys Police, through agent Asbri Planning Ltd is seeking a change of use of the former Public Information Centre, Argyle Street, Pembroke Dock to a police station.

A supporting statement says the former council public information centre has been deemed surplus to requirements due to changes in working patterns, with Dyfed Powys Police declaring a strong interest in purchasing the property “to enable a more efficient building to house their new model hub for policing” than its current building in nearby Water Street.

It adds: “Should planning be approved, Dyfed Powys Police will progress with the sale of the current police station with the property then being advertised for sale on the open market.”

The application had been recommended for approval at the March meeting but was deferred pending a site visit after concerns were raised by local residents that the scheme would have “a significant impact on working families and children,” with emergency vehicles potentially leaving at high speed from the busy road.

Speaking again at the April meeting on behalf of local residents, Lucy Cawley said the move would lead to “constant streams of traffic” from emergency vehicles, with restricted access from the site.

“The primary concern is around safety, the access in and out is restricted with poor visibility,” she told committee members.

A sticking point for members was a previous initial recommendation – since removed – of a second entrance for the site, with Cllr Tony Wilcox calling for further negotiation with Dyfed-Powys Police over that.

His views were echoed by Cllr Micheal Williams who called for a deferral for discussions to “satisfy everyone”.

However, members were told they must decide on the application before them, with the applicants not intending to provide a second access.

Local member Cllr Brian Hall had previously asked: “Do we want a police station in Pembroke Dock, or do we want it to be like Milford Haven without one?”

Cllr Mark Carter, who had seconded local member Cllr Brian Hall’s move to approve and had previously proposed the site visit, said: “We’ve got to take this, I’m sorry for the residents but we as members have got to grow up her and make a decision on this one way or another; if we do anything else it’s just going to go round in circles.”

The application was approved by eight votes to six.

Dyfed-Powys Police was recently granted permission for a police unit for Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) at a former carpenter’s unit in Feidr Castell, Fishguard.

The force also announced it is to sell Narberth Police Station and relocate to a new base with Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Services (MAWWFRS) in nearby Spring Gardens.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

12 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

Community

Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

Community

3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

Published

1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)