News
Haverfordwest: New consultation on English-medium secondary education

Protests: Pupils voiced their concerns about the new plans (pic. BBC)
THE FUTURE of English-medium secondary education in Haverfordwest will be reviewed as a new consultation opens today (Jan 9).
The consultation proposes to:
- Close Sir Thomas Picton School and Tasker Milward VC School on August, 31 2018.
- Establish a new 11-19 English medium school in Haverfordwest with effect from September 1, 2018, initially utilising both existing school sites.
- Designate Johnston CP School and Neyland CP School as feeder schools to Milford Haven School, and extend the catchment area of Milford Haven School to encompass the catchment areas of Johnston and Neyland.
This consultation will supersede earlier consultations on the matter, so all interested parties are being urged to make their views known. Any previous opinions given to consultations cannot be considered.
The deadline for responses is Thursday, February 28, and there will also be a public meeting on Wednesday, February 1, during which members of the public can find out more about the proposed plans.
This meeting will be held at the County Hall from 6-8pm, in the Committee Rooms on the first floor.
Previously, the council had pushed ahead on numerous occasions with plans to create an 11-16 school despite widespread rejection of the plans.
In May 2016, the council eventually voted against plans to create an 11-16 school and have now come up with plans to create an 11-19 school.
Council Leader Jamie Adams said: “This is a simple opportunity to progress to a general consultation. There appears to have been good discussion, not just with the Trustees and governors of the school may want to confirm but there has been good consultation and discussion with both governing bodies that have proved very positive in terms of the direction of travel.”
Cllr Tessa Hodgson welcomed the progress made but added: “I still have grave concerns about trying to run a secondary school on two sites.”
Cllr Tom Tudor said: “I welcome the recommendation but the concern that has been brought to my attention by the constituents in Haverfordwest is that there is a possibility that we end up having one new school but with part of the school based on the STP site and the sixth form based on the Taskers site, away from the other part of the school.
“This is not what we were campaigning for so I strongly urge that the leader does press on the Welsh Government for guidance on this matter so we can steam this new school, on one site, forward.”
Crime
Man in critical condition after serious assault in New Quay
A 20-YEAR-OLD man remains in a critical condition in hospital after being seriously assaulted in New Quay.
Dyfed-Powys Police said the incident happened at around 12:51am on Saturday (July 4) in Margaret Street, leading to Uplands Square.
The victim suffered serious, life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
A 37-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and remains in police custody.
Police said enquiries are progressing, led by CID and the Major Crime Team. A visible police presence is expected to remain in the area over the coming days.
Officers are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with information, to come forward.
Anyone who can help is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], by direct message on social media, or by calling 101.
Quote reference: DP-20260704-028.
Community
Kilgetty and Begelly tractor run raises funds for local charities
Around 70 tractors joined the annual charity road run, hosted by the Begelly Arms Hotel
THE ANNUAL Kilgetty and Begelly Charity Tractor Run brought a colourful convoy to the roads around the Narberth area on Saturday (Jul 4), with around 70 tractors taking part.
The event was hosted by the Begelly Arms Hotel, where farmers, families and supporters gathered before the start of the run.
Entrants were treated to bacon rolls and coffee by the hosts before setting off, while many families took the opportunity to pose for photographs alongside the tractors.
The road run once again proved to be a popular community event, bringing together local farmers, vintage tractor enthusiasts and supporters for a good cause.












The sight of dozens of tractors heading out together made an impressive display as the convoy travelled through the local area.
Organisers said local charities are set to benefit from money raised at the event.
The annual run has become a well-supported fixture in the local calendar, with farming families turning out in force to take part and support the fundraising effort.
For further information, contact Peter Adams at the Begelly Arms on 01834 812601.
Pictures: Malcolm Richards
Community
Pontrhydfendigaid Carnival brings village together for colourful celebration
PONTRHYDFENDIGAID Carnival returned in style on Saturday, with a strong community turnout as villagers, families, children and young people gathered on the Village Green before the procession moved on to Bont Pavilion.
The afternoon was full of colour, music and community spirit, with bunting, balloons, decorated floats and smiling faces helping to create a true village celebration.
Among the highlights were the children’s and young people’s entries, which showed real creativity, confidence and effort. Farmyard scenes, animal costumes, a Noah’s Ark-themed float and brightly decorated tableaux all helped bring the carnival to life.



Organisers praised the work that had gone into the displays, competitions and activities, with many families clearly spending hours preparing costumes, props and entries.
The carnival programme featured a wide range of competitions, including floats and tableaux, children’s age-group entries, adverts, pairs, “anything on wheels” and the ever-popular welly throwing competition.
The mix of Welsh and English throughout the event reflected the strong local identity of Pontrhydfendigaid and the importance of keeping village traditions alive for the next generation.
Thanks were also paid to the organisers, volunteers, presidents, compères, families and all those who gave their time behind the scenes. Events of this kind take a great deal of work, and the turnout showed how much the carnival continues to mean to the community.
Pontrhydfendigaid Carnival 2026 proved to be a joyful reminder of what can be achieved when a village comes together.
Photographs and report by Jeremy Rundle
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