News

Refresh your driving skills

Published

10 years ago

February 26, 2016

(L-R) Councillor Rob Lewis, ADI Mike Hughes, PCC Road Safety Officer Kirstie-Anne Donoghue and ADI Mark Jempson: With Dorothy Hill, who won a £50 cash prize after filling in a questionnaire

ARE YOU over the age of 65 and feel like you need to brush up your driving skills? Pembrokeshire County Council’s ‘Drive for Life’ course may be the perfect thing for you.

Experienced motorists aged 65+ can brush up their driving skills on a free one day refresher course, which takes place once a month at Haverfordwest Fire Station.

Aiming to provide experienced drivers who are driving regularly with an overall update on all aspects of safe driving, this is a perfect course for those who want to improve their driving.

The day is split into two parts, the first is a theory based classroom session followed by a practical session with an approved driving instructor.

The theory sessions covers topics such as:

The Highway Code
Motorway driving
High Risk area’s (Junctions and roundabouts)
Health and mobility issues
Seasonal driving
Road Signs
Defensive driving/hazard awareness
DVLA and Driving Licence information

The practical session involves individuals sharing the instructors’ vehicle with another candidate and covering aspects of driving they wish to refresh, such as parallel parking or roundabouts and general safer driving techniques.

Attendees are then invited to evaluate the course via a questionnaire six to 12 months later. Those that do are entered into a prize draw.

Miss Dorothy Hill from Milford Haven was the latest winner and she believes going on the course has done wonders for her driving.

She said: “The refresher course was very enjoyable and worthwhile, it’s certainly given a boost to my confidence and my observations have increased. I’m more comfortable around roundabouts as a result.”

Cabinet spokesman for Transportation and Major Events, Councillor Rob Lewis, believes all experienced drivers can benefit from the refresher.

He commented: “The beauty of the Drive for Life Course is that people are not assessed on how they drive, it’s there to boost their confidence and offer advice on whatever aspect of driving they like. I’d recommend it to all drivers over the age of 65.”

For more information regarding the course or to book a place please contact the Road safety Team on 01437 775144

Crime

Stolen vehicle investigation after late-night crash in Waterston

Published

1 hour ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A VEHICLE involved in a late-night single-vehicle crash in Waterston, Milford Haven, is believed to have been stolen, police have confirmed.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received a report of the collision at around 11:55pm on Sunday (May 17).

The vehicle was recovered at approximately 1:15am on Monday (May 18), but nobody was found at the scene.

Following enquiries, police established that the vehicle had reportedly been stolen at some point during Sunday evening.

Officers said enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

News

Labour names Senedd spokesperson team after election defeat

Published

2 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Ken Skates says group will focus on holding new Welsh Government to account

INTERIM Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates has unveiled the party’s Senedd spokesperson team following its defeat in the recent election.

Mr Skates will act as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for health, care and national security.

He said the Labour group would draw on “extensive experience” while bringing “fresh energy and ideas” to its work in opposition.

The party said its Senedd group was committed to holding the new Welsh Government to account and pushing for practical results for the people of Wales.

Jayne Bryant MS has been appointed spokesperson for housing, communities, public and preventative health, with women’s health also included in her brief.

Mike Hedges MS will cover culture, sport, local government and legislation.

Vikki Howells MS becomes Chief Whip and spokesperson for environment, farming, energy and transport. Her portfolio also includes planning.

Lynne Neagle MS has been named Business Manager and spokesperson for children, education and lifelong learning.

Shav Taj MS will cover employment, equalities and economic transformation, including social partnership.

Huw Thomas MS has been appointed spokesperson for finance, democracy, citizenship and the Welsh language. Regional and city deals will also fall within his brief.

Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.

A photo call with the Welsh Labour Senedd Group is due to take place in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday (May 19), although no interviews will be available.

News

Welsh Secretary holds first call with new First Minister

Published

2 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Jo Stevens and Rhun ap Iorwerth discuss poverty, public services, clean energy, steelmaking and economic growth

WELSH Secretary Jo Stevens has held her first call with Wales’ new First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth following the recent Senedd election.

The call took place today, Monday (May 18), with Ms Stevens congratulating Mr ap Iorwerth on Plaid Cymru’s election results and his appointment as First Minister.

The Welsh Secretary said it was important for the UK and Welsh Governments to work constructively together on shared priorities.

Those issues include the cost of living, poverty, public services, economic growth and the delivery of clean energy infrastructure in Wales.

Ms Stevens also raised the importance of collaboration on Welsh steelmaking and the transition at Port Talbot, as well as growth funds, defence and national security.

The conversation follows a call last week between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the new First Minister, during which Mr Starmer also congratulated him on his appointment.

The Prime Minister has offered to meet Mr ap Iorwerth in person in June to discuss shared issues and priorities.