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Sharon Jordan, right, with Research Nurse, Catherine McPhee: Invite you to join them at Cancer Research UK’s Legacy afternoon on June 2

Sharon Jordan, right, with Research Nurse, Catherine McPhee: Invite you to join them at Cancer Research
UK’s Legacy afternoon on June 2

A PEMBROKE cancer survivor is urging the people of Pembrokeshire to help the fight against the disease by leaving a legacy in their will.
Sharon Jordan, 52, was diagnosed with breast cancer at 49 and has been through intensive surgery and treatment.
With over a third of the charity’s pioneering work funded through legacy giving she is now calling upon her local community to consider making a donation to Cancer Research UK when they write up their will.
It was when Sharon found a lump in her breast that she went to visit her GP. After having a hysterectomy at the age of 25 due to the finding of cancer cells in her cervix, Sharon knew how important it was to see her GP straight away.
Upon diagnosis Sharon’s first thought was of her children. Having seen them come to terms with losing their father two years beforehand from throat cancer, she now had to give them the news that she also had been diagnosed with cancer.
It has been a difficult three years for Sharon as she suffered from many side effects due to her response to treatment. She found losing her hair particularly difficult and also the loss of energy after feeling so fit and well.
Sharon says: “There have been many low times since my diagnosis but I’ve been offered so much support from both my family and the hospital and I am so grateful for their support. I was also offered the chance to participate in a trial at Haverfordwest Hospital. The reassurance I have received during my treatment whilst being on the trial has been second to none.”
Through money raised by the public Cancer Research UK are able to co-fund Research Nurse, Catherine McPhee, who is based at Haverfordwest, Catherine was able to sign Sharon up to the TACT trial which has also funded by the charity.
Catherine has now been in this role for five years and offers support day in day out to patients who participate in such trials.
Sharon says: “Catherine has been a life-line to me, nothing is every too much trouble. She is always there at the end of the phone and is able to answer any questions or concerns that I’ve had, or just to have a good old cry to at times. I am now asking everyone here across Pembrokeshire to consider leaving a Gift so that Cancer Research UK can continue to fund such trials that in return will save lives.”
Both Sharon and Catherine are extending an open invitation to the people of Pembrokeshire to join them at Cancer Research UK’s Legacy afternoon at Lamphey Court on Tuesday June 2.
Julie George, Cancer Research UK Legacy Manager for Wales said: “Leaving a gift to Cancer Research UK through a Will is a great way to help ensure future generations have longer, happier and healthier lives. Together we can help write an end to cancer. Cancer Research UK is at the heart of progress being made – progress that has seen survival rates for children’s cancer more than double since the 1960s and men with testicular cancer having close to a 100 per cent chance of beating the disease. And women diagnosed with breast cancer are now twice as likely to survive their disease as those diagnosed 40 years ago.”
To register for Cancer Research UK’s Legacy event at Lamphey Court please call Julie George on 07770544789 or for more info about Legacy giving visit www.cruk.org/ legacy.

Sharon Jordan, right, with Research Nurse, Catherine McPhee: Invite you to join them at Cancer Research UK’s Legacy afternoon on June 2

Sharon Jordan, right, with Research Nurse, Catherine McPhee: Invite you to join them at Cancer Research
UK’s Legacy afternoon on June 2

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Drop in sessions to help reshape Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service

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MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) is pleased to announce the launch of a series of community drop-in sessions designed to gather feedback from residents and stakeholders. This initiative aims to identify issues and challenges that may impact the delivery of the Community Risk Management Plan 2040 (CRMP 2040).

The CRMP 2040 outlines the Service’s commitment to addressing risks, threats, and challenges faced by communities. These drop-in sessions provide an opportunity for residents to help shape the future of fire and rescue services in Mid and West Wales, ensuring safety and well-being remain a priority.

Shaping the future together

Deputy Chief Fire Officer Iwan Cray said: “We believe the best way to serve our communities is by involving them in the planning process. These drop-in sessions are an opportunity for us to listen, learn, and collaborate with the people we serve.”

The drop-in sessions, details of which are available on the MAWWFRS website, offer a platform for open dialogue. Residents can share their insights, concerns, and suggestions, contributing to the development of a modern Fire and Rescue Service tailored to their needs.

A data-driven approach

The CRMP 2040 adopts a data-driven approach, focusing on prevention, protection, and response to reduce emergencies’ impact and enhance public safety. By tailoring services to community needs, MAWWFRS is committed to building safer and more resilient communities.

Get involved

Community members are encouraged to attend these sessions and provide their feedback. To thank participants, MAWWFRS is offering a chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. To enter, simply attend a session and complete the survey.

For more information about the plan or the upcoming drop-in sessions, visit the MAWWFRS website or contact the team at [email protected].

About MAWWFRS

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is dedicated to protecting and serving the communities of Mid and West Wales. Through prevention, protection, and response, the Service works tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and visitors.

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Landfill odour sparks calls for inquiry and legal action

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RESIDENTS near Withyhedge landfill in Haverfordwest are demanding a public inquiry and considering legal action after foul odours returned just weeks after the site reopened on 6 January.

The landfill, closed last May to address odour issues, was declared fit to reopen by operator RML, which claimed its improvements would protect nearby communities. However, Colin Barnett, of campaign group Stop the Stink, said: “People in Crundale, Haverfordwest, and Spittal are being subjected to horrendous smells again.”

Describing the site as a “stink bomb on steroids,” Barnett supported Conservative MS Paul Davies’ calls for a public inquiry. “We’ve been flanneled by NRW, public health, and Pembrokeshire council. It’s disgraceful,” he said, adding that delays in resolving the issue had left litigation as the only option.

RML, part of Dauson Environmental Group, is owned by businessman David Neal, who has previous convictions for environmental crimes in 2013 and 2017. Last year, another of Neal’s companies pleaded guilty to environmental offences.

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) reported receiving 34 complaints since 6 January, with a rise in recent days coinciding with the end of a slurry-spreading ban. However, NRW stated no odours attributable to the landfill were detected and plans to inspect the site with Pembrokeshire council on 29 January.

First Minister Eluned Morgan said: “I’ll keep a very close eye on this, and if concerns persist, we’ll discuss further steps with NRW.”

RML and the Welsh Government declined to comment.

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Public transport users urged to ‘check before travelling’ due to storm

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TRANSPORT FOR WALES and Network Rail are urging all customers to check before they travel on Friday morning and into the weekend with weather warnings in place across the country. 

With Storm Eowyn set to hit Wales and winds reaching 90mph on Friday morning, customers should expect disruptions and are strongly urged to check before they travel. 

There will be alterations to rail services, replacement road transport on certain routes and blanket speed restrictions at some locations, meaning journeys could take longer than usual.  

Stand by buses are being planned at key locations around the network in preparation for travel disruption. 

Across Wales and the Borders, Network Rail have positioned response teams to address any storm related problems to keep disruption to a minimum. 

TfW Operations Director Sarah Higgins said: “It’s so important for our customers to plan ahead when looking to travel this Friday. 

“While we’ve made a number of changes to our services based on detailed forecasts, storms can still be unpredictable. 

“We’ve seen the impact storms can have, with damage to trains and infrastructure sometimes taking weeks or months to repair, so our cross-industry approach will hopefully limit that and keep our colleagues and customers safe. We apologise to customers for any disruption to their journeys as a result.” 

Network Rail Wales & Borders Operations Director Rachel Heath added: “Our priority is always keeping safe everyone who travels and works on the railway. 

“Unfortunately, there will be some delays and cancellations on Friday, as trains will not run on some lines and there will speed restrictions on other parts of the route. 

“We are working closely with our train operator colleagues to ensure we can safely reopen affected lines as quickly as possible and urge passengers to check before they travel.” 

Rail service changes: 

  • No services to run on the Conwy Valley Line all day, with replacement road transport in place. 
  • No services to run on the Heart of Wales line all day, with replacement road transport in place. 
  • Speed restrictions at various locations around the network, meaning some journeys will take longer than usual. These include: 
  •   50mph speed restrictions imposed from 0200 to 1500 Friday on the North Wales Coast – Bodorgan to Llandudno Junction.
  •   50mph restrictions from 0200 to 1200 between Carmarthen to Kidwelly.
  •   50mph restrictions from 0200 to 1200 between Neath and Swansea.
  •   50mph restrictions from 0100 – 0800 between Newport and Llanwern.

Customers who have connecting tickets for the following operators who have suspended services due to the adverse weather conditions, we’ll honour tickets dated 24 January on either Thursday 23 January or up to and including Tuesday 28 January. 

  •        London Northeastern Railway
  •        LUMO
  •        TransPennine Express
  •        Northern
  •        Grand Central
  •        Avanti
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