News

Pupils sign up for road safety

Published

11 years ago

December 5, 2013

Tom Sinclair

PUPILS from a Pembrokeshire primary school have designed their own road safety signs.

The signs on the approaches to Spittal Primary School warn motorists of the 20mph speed limit around the school.

They were created by two former pupils – Daniel Thomas and Rory Staden-Coats – who won a school competition last summer.

The two boys have since moved on to Sir Thomas Picton secondary school but last Friday (November 22) were invited to return to the school to see their winning designs in action.

“Speed and poor parking is a safety challenge for all our schools,” said Councillor Rob Lewis, Cabinet Member for Transportation.

“We want to encourage children to walk and cycle more to school – for both environmental and health reasons – but can understand why traffic problems deter many of them.

“These wonderful signs will hopefully remind drivers to reduce their speed and be more considerate to walkers and cyclists.”The 20mph road sign competition was run by the school together with Pembrokeshire County Council’s road safety team, last summer term.It was also part of a Sustrans Smarter Journeys to School project at the school aimed at encouraging children to walk or cycle.

“The children were very enthusiastic and the competition attracted many entries,” said Headteacher, John Palmer.

“They decided that to encourage parents to abandon driving them to school, they needed to ensure that the area outside the entrance was as safe as possible for pedestrians and walkers — and what better way to do that than by putting up their own road safety signs!”

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

Published

8 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

21 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

21 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.