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School and docks on planning agenda
AT NEXT Tuesday’s (Feb 24) Planning and Rights of Way Committee, councillors will discuss a number of important applications.
The first of those sees an application to convert land at Milford Marina as part of the Milford Docks Master Plan.
At December’s meeting, members deferred a decision until next Tuesday (Feb24) to allow for them to visit the site.
The plans are recommended for approval but are subject to a number of conditions.
This includes the approval of three further applications, all part of the Milford Docks project, which have been delegated to the Director of Development.
A new application has also been submitted for the extension of the existing Dock Wall and erection of a Marina Services Building, including the relocation of the Grade II Listed former Docks Office Building and associated works. This application now includes the rebuilding of the whole of the listed building.
The previous application that included only partial rebuilding of the office has been withdrawn.
Councillors will also discuss a proposal for a new school to be built in Johnston at Langford Road.
The building will comprise of 4 junior classrooms, 2 infant classrooms, 1 reception class and an early year’s unit with the addition of a 2 classroom multiple needs unit.
As well as this there will also be a number of other rooms including a kitchen and a plant room.
Outdoor spaces will include sports, outdoor learning and play areas. Landscaping and car parking will also be part of the development. A multi-use games area (MUGA) will also be included and some facilities will be accessible by the community outside of school hours.
There have been no representations received for the plans which are recommended for approval subject to a number of conditions.
There are also plans to knock down Pembroke School and build a brand new secondary school with an additional vocational centre.
The development will include a new 3G sports pitch and a new Pembroke Learning Campus that will provide secondary education together with a county Autism Centre. A Vocational Centre providing a range of learning and training opportunities, and adult and community learning facilities.
The plans have not received any objections and are again recommended for approval subject to a number of conditions.
On top of this there will also be five planning applications for wind turbines discussed at Tuesday’s meeting.
Proposed locations include Penybanc in Castlemorris, Hillmoor Field in Portfield Gate, Castell Malgwyn farm in Llechryd, Plas y Berllan also in Llechryd, and Cross Inn Farm in Llanfyrnach.
Four of the five are recommended for refusal with only the application in Hillmoor Field being recommended for approval.
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Teenage girl dies after medical emergency at Welsh rugby club
A TEENGAGE girl has tragically died following a medical emergency at Amman United Rugby Football Club in Ammanford on Friday evening (Nov 15).
Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed they were called to the scene, where the teenager became unwell. She was taken to hospital but, despite advanced medical efforts, passed away in the early hours of Saturday morning.
A police spokesperson said: “Our thoughts remain with the family at this difficult time.” The death is currently being treated as unexplained, and a report will be prepared for HM Coroner.
The Welsh Ambulance Service confirmed their attendance, stating that emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 9:55pm.
A spokesperson said: “We sent an emergency ambulance, supported by a Community First Responder and Cymru High Acuity Response Unit paramedics. Advanced critical care was delivered by the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service, with support from the Wales Air Ambulance charity helicopter.”
As a mark of respect, Amman United Rugby Football Club postponed all games over the weekend. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the club said: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the club will be closed, and all games are postponed, out of respect.”
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Inquest hears social media bullying was factor in teen’s tragic death
MEGAN EVANS, 14, was found dead at her Milford Haven home on February 7, 2017, after what her family described as relentless online bullying. The inquest, held today, heard how Megan had attended a school meeting about a trip to France earlier that evening and appeared in good spirits.
Later that night, her parents left for Cardiff with her four youngest siblings while the four older siblings stayed at home. At 9:59pm, Megan’s brother called their parents, unable to find her in the house. His father told him to continue searching, and Megan was discovered in a locked upstairs bathroom. Despite the efforts of her family, paramedics, and hospital staff, Megan could not be saved.
A statement from her family described Megan as an intelligent, kind, and vibrant teenager. “She had a big heart and would do anything to help anyone,” the statement read. “She bought love and laughter into our home and was always full of energy. Her friends adored her, and she always stood up for what she believed in.”
The inquest was told Megan was a talented artist and hockey player who had been looking forward to attending a Justin Bieber concert. She was deeply loved by her family, who said she “poured so much love into everything and everyone around her.”
Megan’s mother, Nicola Harteveld, has previously spoken openly about the struggles her daughter faced in silence.
Nicola admitted she hadn’t recognised the signs of Megan’s distress at the time, including disrupted sleep and a secretive attachment to her phone.
In the years following Megan’s death, Nicola has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of mental health and the dangers of social media bullying. She founded the Megan’s Starr Foundation, which provides free professional counseling and peer support to vulnerable young people in Pembrokeshire.
Nicola reflected: “I see things now that I didn’t understand back then. I thought mental health struggles were always visible, but I was wrong. Megan was the life and soul of the house, and I never imagined the pain she was in.”
Through campaigns like “Step into January,” Nicola has turned her grief into action, creating a legacy for Megan that focuses on kindness and support for others.
The inquest continues.
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Teen’s tragic death linked to online bullying
MEGAN EVANS, 14, a talented and kind-hearted teenager from Milford Haven, was found dead at home on February 7, 2017, following what her family believes were bullying messages on social media, an inquest has heard.
Described as intelligent, capable, and full of energy, Megan was a passionate artist, county hockey player, and beloved by her six siblings and parents.
On the night of her death, she had been in good spirits after attending a school meeting about a trip to France.
Later, she was tragically discovered in a locked bathroom at home.
Her family remembered Megan as brave, thoughtful, and endlessly loving, someone who brought joy and positivity to everyone she met. They vowed to honor her memory by promoting kindness and love.
The inquest continues.
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