News

£10m care fund announced

Published

10 years ago

February 11, 2015

THE WELSH GOVERNMENT’S Health and Social Services Minister Mark Drakeford has announced details of a major £10m investment in Wales’ primary care se

Delyth Evans: Wants a more community-based NHS

rvices which will see a wider range of healthcare professionals deliver care in or close to people’s homes, freeing up GPs’ time and expertise to care for people with more complex needs.

The primary care fund will help relieve pressures on GPs and their teams and reduce demand on hospital care by improving access to quality local health services. The investment in 2015-16 supports the delivery of the Welsh Labour Government’s primary care plan, which focuses on improving health and keeping people out of hospital.

Delyth Evans, the Labour Parliamentary Candidate for South Pembrokeshire, said the new fund signaled a clear shift in the way people would be treated in the future. “Due to the enormous pressure on the Welsh NHS, there has to be a shift away from hospital-based care whilst also freeing up GPs’ time. GP surgeries across Pembrokeshire are struggling to keep up with the growing demand for appointments. They are doing a fantastic job, but if things carry on as they are they will be overwhelmed. Patients should be encouraged to think about where else they can turn for their health care needs. Minor health problems should be treated by pharmacists, physiotherapists and other health professionals working alongside GPs and close to people’s homes.”

Ms Evans said the NHS was at a crossroads and the Welsh Government had the right plan for the future: “We have to develop a much more community-based NHS in the future and the Welsh Government is taking us in the right direction with this £10 million investment.”

Crime

Haverfordwest bank clerk accused of theft and fraud

Published

3 hours ago

March 15, 2025

Court Reporter

A HAVERFORDWEST bank clerk has appeared in court accused of stealing a customer’s bank card and committing fraud by abuse of position.

Mary Roberts, 47, of Coronation Avenue, Haverfordwest, is charged with stealing a bank card belonging to Keith France on November 22, 2023.

She is also accused of dishonestly abusing her position while working as a bank clerk, intending to cause financial loss while in a role where she was expected to safeguard her customer’s interests.

Roberts appeared at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (March 11), where she entered not guilty pleas to both charges.

Magistrates declined jurisdiction and sent the case to Swansea Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing next month.

The offences are alleged to be contrary to the Theft Act 1968 and the Fraud Act 2006. If convicted, Roberts faces a maximum penalty of 12 months’ imprisonment and an unlimited fine.

Business

Cardigan shop wins St David’s Day competition

Published

3 hours ago

March 15, 2025

Tom Sinclair

CARDIGAN Curiosities has won the St David’s Day shop window award for the Cardigan division, an accolade presented by Menter Iaith Ceredigion.

High Street businesses and Guildhall shops embraced the festivities, decorating their windows in a vibrant display to celebrate the national day of Wales and the arrival of spring. The event, which highlighted the Welsh language, saw enthusiastic participation from across Ceredigion.

To mark the occasion and show appreciation for the community, Cardigan Curiosities is offering the chance to win an exclusive piece of local artwork. The prize is a one-of-a-kind watercolour painting of the nave of St David’s Cathedral, created by a Pembrokeshire artist. The framed artwork measures 74×95 cm.

To enter the competition, participants must:

Visit the Cardigan Curiosities Facebook or Instagram page
Like the competition post
Comment with their favourite Welsh word

The winner will be drawn on March 20 by “Ddraig Goch” from inside a dragon egg, with the announcement made that evening on social media.

For those interested in viewing the artwork or the decorated shop window, Cardigan Curiosities is located at 32A Cardigan High Street and is open Thursday to Sunday, from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Community

Haverfordwest fire station hosts community engagement event

Published

3 hours ago

March 15, 2025

Tom Sinclair

HAVERFORDWEST FIRE STATION welcomed County Councillor Thomas Tudor for a community engagement event alongside Emyr and Amy from Gwasanaeth Tân ac Achub CGC / Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.

The event focused on the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) 2040, a strategic initiative aimed at enhancing public safety across Mid and West Wales. The fire service is encouraging residents to take an active role in shaping the plan by providing feedback through an online survey.

Councillor Tudor praised the initiative, highlighting the importance of community involvement in developing a safer and more resilient region.

Residents can participate in the consultation by visiting: www.mawwfire.gov.uk.