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badger_2087377bThere has been a lot of fuss in the national media recently about ‘fracking’; the extraction of gas from shale deposits by forcing water into the rock bed like an underground enema.

A naturally solitary and subterranean type, Badger is not sure he approves of fracking. Badger sees that attempts to cash in on the purported bonanza in America and other European countries have not produced as expected, either in terms of private profit or public benefit.

Badger is certainly unconvinced by the special pleading that suggests trapped gas is a boundless supply of energy that might save us all from freezing in our setts.

If that was the case, County Hall would be festooned with drilling equipment and the excess produced would be enough to provide each Pembrokeshire home with its own Zeppelin.

The evening news is populated by pictures of colourfully be-jumpered people who have woven their copies of The Guardian into yurts. Those camped out on vigil seem determined to prevent preliminary drilling being carried out for fear it might lead environmental Armageddon to be visited upon this apparently very green, very pleasant and very, very prosperous corner of England.

Periodically the protestors stop weaving muesli or playing their guitars to try to prevent something which is not happening. When they do so, they run into the Police, who are – with varying degrees of force – seeking to prevent damage to private property or, as the Police put it, ‘maintain public order’.

When the fracking protestors attempt to enter private property to carry out ‘direct action’, they appear to suggest the law of the land should allow them free entry. When they are prevented from entering and potentially damaging private property by the Police, the protestors claim to be unlawfully restrained.

If the protestors’ actions are legal, then the Police have no business stopping them from carrying out their proposed ‘direct action’. If the protestors’ actions are illegal, they appear to be claiming the protection of a system of laws parts of which they feel able to ignore when they feel like it.

Badger is confused. He suspects he is not alone in his confusion.

The idea of populating tracts of open countryside with drilling equipment and industrial plant is widely regarded as outrageous. On the basis that keeping something beautiful, well, beautiful is a good, Badger agrees.

But what are the viable alternatives?

Attempts to harness the tidal power of the Severn seem doomed to founder on concerns about its effect on wildlife. Wind turbines are widely alleged to be inefficient subsidy magnets that disfigure the landscape. Solar energy’s ability to deliver meaningful amounts of energy to the UK’s population is unclear. Biofuel crop growth restricts food output in countries that can ill afford to have less land available for growing food crops.

Years ago, Badger remembers a scheme to burn orimulsion at the old Pembroke Power Station. The CEGB (remember them?) said they would close the plant as unviable if permission was not granted. Cllr Brian Hall led a stormy public meeting at the Pater Hall, Pembroke Dock, at which few, if any, voices against the proposed development were allowed to be heard.

There was a furious campaign against orimulsion – dubbed ‘the world’s filthiest fuel’ – led by Friends of the Earth Cymru. Part of that campaign suggested the CEGB was bluffing when it said it would close Pembroke Power Station.

The campaign against the CEGB scheme was aided by fears raised by the Sea Empress disaster in the Haven around the time of the application and controversy.

Sure enough, the plans were called in by the Welsh Office.

The CEGB immediately gave up the application and closed Pembroke Power Station causing significant loss to the local economy.

And shortly afterward it was reported that one of the leading campaigners against the development had objected to siting a wind turbine next to a field containing his cattle.

Whichever option is canvassed has its detractors and opponents and consensus seems unlikely. Sometimes you just have to settle for whichever is the least bad option.

It’s a pity hot air cannot be harnessed as a viable energy source. It seems to Badger that, in the environmental debate, there is plenty to spare on all sides.

 

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Crime

Man accused of Currys theft spree linked to Haverfordwest store

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Defendant remanded in custody as court hears allegations spanning Wales and South West England

A MAN accused of carrying out a series of high-value thefts from Currys stores across Wales and South West England has appeared before magistrates in connection with an alleged offence in Haverfordwest.

Ilia Patchkoria, aged 27, of no fixed abode, appeared before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court facing multiple theft allegations involving electrical goods worth tens of thousands of pounds.

Among the charges is an allegation that Patchkoria stole items worth £1,525 from the Currys store in Haverfordwest on May 23 this year.

The court heard that the Haverfordwest incident forms part of a wider series of alleged offences said to have taken place at Currys stores across Wales and England.

Other charges relate to alleged thefts at stores in Carmarthen, Barnstaple, Plymouth, Truro, Penzance and Torquay. The total value of the goods involved in the various allegations runs into many thousands of pounds.

According to the court register, the largest single alleged theft took place at the Carmarthen branch, where goods valued at more than £7,600 are said to have been taken.

Patchkoria indicated guilty pleas to some matters before the court. Magistrates ordered that he be remanded in custody while proceedings continue.

The case has been adjourned until July 2, when it is due to return before Llanelli Magistrates’ Court.

It is not yet known precisely what items were allegedly taken from the Haverfordwest store, although Currys outlets typically stock a range of high-value electrical goods including laptops, mobile phones, gaming consoles and household technology.

No verdicts have been reached in relation to the outstanding allegations.

The Herald has approached Currys for comment on the alleged Haverfordwest theft and to establish whether the incident caused any disruption to customers or store operations.

Photo caption: Currys in Haverfordwest was among several stores allegedly targeted in a cross-country theft spree (Pic: Herald).

 

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Tragic tribute paid to Haverfordwest man after A4075 collision

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FAMILY REMEMBERS “KIND AND LOVING” CALLUM HANSON

THE FAMILY of a 22-year-old man from Haverfordwest who died following a road traffic collision have paid tribute to their “kind and loving” son, brother and grandson.

Callum Hanson sadly passed away in hospital on Wednesday (Jun 17) after a collision on the A4075 near Cross Hands, Pembrokeshire.

In a tribute released through Dyfed-Powys Police, his family said Callum lived life to the fullest despite his own personal challenges.

They said he was a deeply caring person who had spent the last month looking after his grandad, who also recently passed away.

Callum had a passion for gaming and motorbikes, and was training to become a mechanic at college.

He will be remembered by his mum Joanne, dad Carl, sister Kacey, nan Heather, girlfriend Emily, and his wider family and friends.

The family have asked for privacy at this difficult time.

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses. Officers want to hear from anyone who was travelling on the A4075 between Canaston Bridge and Yerbeston at around 6:15pm on Wednesday (Jun 17).

Anyone with information can contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101, quoting reference 362 of June 17.

 

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Business

Business insolvencies fall but Welsh firms still under pressure

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INSOLVENCY figures fell in May, but businesses across Wales remain under serious financial pressure, according to restructuring specialists.

Official figures show there were 1,868 corporate insolvencies in May 2026, down 10.5% from April and 16.3% lower than in May last year.

Andy McGill, restructuring and insolvency partner at Azets, which has offices in Cardiff, Swansea and St Asaph, said the fall was welcome but should not be mistaken for a sign that firms are out of difficulty.

He said: “Directors running out of fight, firepower and finance is still a problem, and creditors remain willing to turn to the courts to recover monies owed — and neither of these are going to change in the short term.

“The reality is that despite the fall in insolvencies compared to last month and last May, numbers are still high and businesses are still struggling, with many facing an uncertain future.”

Mr McGill said firms were being hit by a combination of geopolitical uncertainty, rising costs, political instability, a lack of affordable finance and creditors chasing overdue debts.

He added: “Unless the climate becomes easier and some way is found of lightening the cost load on businesses, it’s likely demand for advice and support will remain high in the coming weeks and months.”

Cost pressures continue

BUSINESSES are also facing rising employment costs, higher business rates and renewed pressure from energy bills.

Mr McGill said many firms were being “sandwiched” between their own higher costs and customers cutting back on spending.

He said the hospitality, retail and construction sectors remained among the hardest hit.

He added: “The fact that several household names have entered restructuring or insolvency processes recently shows the strain on the restaurant sector is becoming unbearable as the double blow of increased expenses and cautious consumers continues to affect it.

“Despite a rise in footfall and sales, retailers continue to be crushed by costs.”

He also pointed to the planned restructuring of TG Jones as evidence that even long-established high street names were not immune from financial distress.

Construction firms under strain

THE construction industry continues to face pressure from rising labour costs, higher material prices and late payment.

Mr McGill said tight margins and cashflow difficulties were pushing more firms towards financial distress.

He said: “Our advice to anyone who is worried about their business is to pick up the phone and speak to an adviser.

“It’s incredibly hard to voice your concerns about your finances, but the earlier you do, the more potential solutions you have open to you and the more time you have to consider how you move forward.”

 

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