Community

Christmas message from Commissioner

Published

10 years ago

January 8, 2015

Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner, David Salmon: Carried out inquiry into effectiveness of CCTV cameras.

Christmas message from Chris Salmon: Keep your valuables safe

DYFED-POWYS POLICE and Crime Commissioner, Christopher Salmon is asking the public to enjoy the holiday season in a responsible manner and to steer clear of difficulties. Dyfed-Powys Police are reminding the public to keep their valuables safe, not leave goods on show in vehicles, leave a light on when you’re out after dark, look after one another on nights out and not to drive and drive. They are also reminding everybody that you have a right to feel safe in your own home – and if you are the victim of domestic abuse there are people who can help.

Mr Salmon said: “I am funding a new £500,000 service to support victims of domestic abuse. It will see five new support workers help reduce the risk of abuse and increase the safety of victims in our four counties.” The service will be provided by a partnership of Welsh organisations on Mr Salmon’s behalf. He added: “Moreover, early next year I plan to launch a new service for all victims of crime – an online directory of those who can help victims battle back after suffering the trauma of crime. “I thank those of you who have helped me in my role this year.It’s a privilege to visit communities across Pembrokeshire to hear what you want from your local criminal justice agencies.”

The police force has created 30 new officer posts and next year, thanks to new IT, officers will spend 100,000 extra hours on the beat across Dyfed- Powys. There’ll also be an improved police helicopter service, two new road units to help those in mental distress at incidents, two new rural rape crisis centres, a new single point of contact to report concerns with the police or my office, better websites from me and the police – and yet more focus on community policing. Mr Salmon said: “Among the communities in my sights is Saundersfoot, where I’d like to vacate the police station and offer a new arrangement for local policing.

Two other police stations – Tenby and Narberth – are within 10 miles and the police force are investing in new mobile police stations. “I’ll also be looking to make progress on two other key pieces of work – the future of police bases in Fishguard and St David’s. Both police stations remain open but I’d like to fi nd alternative locations in the same communities.” In Fishguard, alternative space has been identifi ed in the Town Hall, and Mr Salmon has been talking to the County Council about the possibility of basing offi cers there, but is yet to identify fi rm opportunities in St Davids.

Charity

Ffynnon Community Resilience CIC creates green spaces with exciting new garden package

Published

16 hours ago

March 10, 2025

Richard Lewis

FFYNNON Community Resilience CIC are going green in 2025 thanks to new garden from Keep Wales Tidy.

Ffynnon Community Resilience CIC will be creating a new orchard garden in Pembrokeshire to benefit nature and the local community. Environmental charity Keep Wales Tidy will be installing the garden and providing all the plants, tools and materials for free through its Local Places for Nature scheme.

Jo Denham from Ffynnon Community Resilience CIC said: “Our group of community allotmenteers have been so excited to receive the garden package from Keep Wales Tidy.

“We chose to put in a communally accessible fruit cage with an array of different bushes, and it’s been really fun installing it and choosing what to put in there.”

Keep Wales Tidy’s Local Places for Nature scheme offers communities free garden packages that range from small gardening projects to orchards and large-scale makeovers. 1,300 gardens have been created and restored across Wales since it was launched in 2020. Groups and organisations of all shapes and sizes have benefited, including emergency services, youth groups, sports clubs, animal homes and disability charities.

Chief Executive for Keep Wales Tidy Owen Derbyshire said: “Creating thriving green spaces not only benefits the health and wellbeing of individuals but strengthens our communities.

“We are delighted that groups, like Ffynnon Community Resilience CIC can make a real difference through the Local Places for Nature scheme, and we are grateful to Welsh Government for their ongoing support.

“I can’t wait to see the orchard garden take shape over the coming weeks and months.”

Keep Wales Tidy’s initiative is part of the wider Welsh Government ‘Local Places for Nature’ programme committed to creating, restoring and enhancing nature ‘on your doorstep’.

Community

Community comes together for Big Haverfordwest Litter Pick

Published

2 days ago

March 9, 2025

Tom Sinclair

HAVERFORDWEST residents joined forces to clean up the town in a community-driven litter pick organised by Haverfordwest Town Council, HaverHub, and Haverfordwest Heritage.

The event, which saw volunteers collecting rubbish to improve the town’s appearance, was attended by County Councillor Thomas Tudor, who represents the Castle Ward on Pembrokeshire County Council.

Cllr Tudor said: “It was lovely to participate in and help with the Big Haverfordwest Litter Pick. I’d like to thank everyone who attended today—this will be the first of many similar initiatives for Haverfordwest, the County Town of Pembrokeshire.”

The initiative is expected to become a regular event to maintain cleanliness and encourage civic pride.

Community

Cawl competition celebrates International Women’s Day in Pembroke

Published

3 days ago

March 8, 2025

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE marked International Women’s Day on Saturday (Mar 8) with a successful cawl competition, bringing the community together to celebrate and support local women.

The event, organised by Pembroke Town Team, saw participants enjoy a variety of cawl, including vegetarian and vegan options, from Gio Recchia Pizza Contemporanea, Watermans Arms, Buddy’s Baked, and Will’s of Pembroke.

A key highlight was the inspiring speeches from local women who play a vital role in the community. Information stalls were also present, with groups such as New Pembrokeshire Pride, Pembroke Street Pastors, and Lamphey WI sharing resources and support.

Local businesswomen showcased their products, offering visitors the chance to browse and buy from a range of stalls.

The event was made possible thanks to a donation from Pembrokeshire Women, which organisers said played a crucial role in ensuring the day’s success. Volunteers, including Lisa Boswell, Angela Marston Halifax, Rhian Cowen, Ness Moseley, Ann Mortenson, and Tegan, worked tirelessly to keep things running smoothly, with Lewis George stepping up as compere.

Organisers thanked all those who attended, saying the support from the community made the event truly special.