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Withybush latest
A CONSERVATIVE motion placed before the Welsh Senedd on Wednesday, November 27 about Withybush General Hospital’s future was defeated on the casting vote of the Presiding Officer.
The motion proposed that the National Assembly for Wales express its concern over:
1) The future of consultant-led maternity services at Withybush;
2) The impact the absence of consultant led maternity services would have on other core services at the hospital such as emergency and paediatric care.
The motion called on the Welsh Government to:
(a) Take urgent action to secure the future of core services at Withybush; and
(b) Ensure that Hywel Dda Health Board communicates effectively and unambiguously their plans for the strategic direction of services at Withybush Hospital.
The motion was proposed by South Wales East’s AM William Graham.
Assembly divides on party lines
The hopes of Labour members to secure marginal Westminster seats were sent plummeting after the Labour group in the Assembly voted en masse against the motion.
Among those AM’s who failed to back the move was local Assembly Member, Joyce Watson. Reaction to Joyce Watson’s vote was swift and furious on social media sites. On the Facebook group Save Essential Services at Withybush, one contributor wrote:
“I think she’s had her chips after people hear her views. As a resident of Haverfordwest she should be ashamed of herself for not supporting local services fully not least jobs and the potential detriment to her constituents’ health!!… Her part in this as an AM should have been to hold Hywel Dda and Trevor Purt to account.”
One person quoted a letter she received from, Stephen Crabb, in which the Preseli Pembrokeshire MP wrote:
“I have heard literally hundreds of testimonies from mums, dads and individuals across Pembrokeshire about how Withybush Hospital has helped to save the lives of their own children and other relatives. My own daughter was born at Withybush so for me, too, this is a very personal issue.
“I do not want to see any services removed from our local hospital and I have actively campaigned against the planned changes. I have spoken out at public meetings, demonstrated outside the hospital, run petitions to save the Special Care Baby Unit and held meetings with the Chief Executive and the Chairman of the Hywel Dda Health Board.
“… The Welsh Government decided to cut NHS funding in Wales by hundreds of millions of pounds – at the same time that they found £52 million to purchase Cardiff Airport. Meanwhile, people in Pembrokeshire and across Wales are faced with reductions in services.”
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Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
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