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Neyland councillors to face code of conduct tribunal

Published

5 months ago

July 25, 2025

Bruce Sinclair - Local Democracy Reporter

A PEMBROKESHIRE town councillor and a former councillor from the same council are to face allegations of breaching the council’s code of conduct in a forthcoming Adjudication Panel for Wales tribunal.

The Adjudication Panel for Wales is an independent tribunal established under Part III of the Local Government Act 2000.

The Panel’s role is to form tribunals to consider whether elected members or co-opted members of county, county borough and community councils, fire and national park authorities in Wales have breached their authority’s statutory code of conduct.

Neyland town councillors Brian Rothero and David Devauden are alleged to have breached various parts of the code of conduct.

In the case of Cllr Rothero, who recently left the council, it is alleged he has breached paragraphs 4(b), 4(c), 6(1)(a), and 6(1)(d).

In the case of Cllr Devauden, he is alleged to have breached paragraphs 4(b), 4(c), 6(1)(a), 6(1)(d) and 6(2).

Paragraph 4 (b) deals with “When undertaking your role as a member, you must show respect and consideration for others,” 4(c) covers “You must not use any bullying behaviour or harass any person including other councillors, council officers (the Clerk or Proper Officer) or members of the public”.

6(1) (a) covers “You must not behave in a way which could reasonably be regarded as bringing your office or authority into disrepute at any time,” while 6 (1) (d) covers “You must not make vexatious, malicious or frivolous complaints against other members or anyone who works for, or on behalf of, your council”.

Finally, 6 (2) covers co-operating with investigations.

Further details of the hearings will be released at a later date.

Both Mr Rothero and Cllr Devauden have been contacted for a response.

A retrospective application by Mr Rothero to extend his pub, the Foresters Arms public house, with a function room was approved earlier this year despite strong opposition by his own town council, unanimously objecting to the proposal.

Community

Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

17 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

Published

2 days 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

2 days 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)