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Volunteers praised by Police Commissioner

Published

12 years ago

February 20, 2014

VOLUNTEERS across Dyfed-Powys have been praised by Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon.

He said their efforts on behalf of his office were helping to protect vulnerable people and ensure high standards of professionalism at Dyfed-Powys Police.

Mr Salmon, who oversees two volunteer initiatives, is launching a third and shares another with Chief Constable Simon Prince, said: “The success of these schemes is down to the commitment and dedication of our volunteers.

“They provide the public with confidence that standards and rights are protected. Their flexibility, support and dedication to the schemes are greatly appreciated.”

The praise comes in the Commissioner’s first annual report on the volunteer schemes.

It outlines the work carried out by his Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) and Animal Welfare Scheme volunteers, along with the Independent Advisory Group which acts as a critical friend to the Commissioner and Chief Constable. Mr Salmon also outlines his hopes for a new Residents’ Panel to scrutinise the work of the police force’s public complaints operation.

The Dyfed-Powys ICV scheme sees volunteers visit custody suites to check on the wellbeing of detainees and to ensure that their rights are upheld. The Animal Welfare Scheme looks at the conditions of police dogs.ICVs undertook 147 custody visits from November 2012-December 2013, seeing 155 detainees. In Haverfordwest there were 25 visits which saw 60 detainees.

Issues raised included intercoms not working and the cleanliness of cells. The Commissioner continues to hold the Chief Constable to account for an action plan for improving detainee care.

Animal Welfare Volunteers undertook 21 visits from November 2012-December 2013. In one visit to Pembrokeshire there were seven handlers with 10 dogs. In both schemes, issues raised by volunteers are considered by police inspectors and updates are provided to the Commissioner.

There are 25 ICVs and six Animal Welfare volunteers – and new volunteer applications are always welcome.

Community

Milford Haven Sea Cadets celebrate offshore voyage success

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7 hours ago

June 8, 2026

Tom Sinclair

SIX CADETS from Milford Haven Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets have completed a challenging week-long offshore voyage aboard T.S. John Jerwood.

The cadets took to the water for a demanding but enjoyable week, gaining a number of qualifications despite difficult weather conditions.

The unit congratulated all six cadets on their achievements and thanked the Sea Cadet Offshore team for making the voyage possible.

A spokesperson said: “Voyages like this are only made possible by the brilliant Sea Cadet Offshore team. Thank you for the amazing work you do to allow this amazing opportunity to be possible.

“BZ all!”

The Milford Haven unit also thanked West Wales District Sea Cadets, South West Area Sea Cadets, Sea Cadets Offshore, South West Area Senior Staff Officer, and RFCA for Wales for their support.

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Nearly 100 attend Big Green Service at St Davids Cathedral

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9 hours ago

June 8, 2026

Tom Sinclair

COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATES FAITH, NATURE AND ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE

NEARLY 100 people gathered at St Davids Cathedral for the Big Green Service, a celebration of faith, community action and care for the natural world.

The service brought together worshippers, local churches and chapels, members of the Cathedral congregation, and visitors from across the world.

Those taking part included EcoDewi, Erw Dewi, Hope Worship Band, the Cathedral Choristers, Canon Sheridan, Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi, Mamgu Welshcakes, the refreshments team, Cathedral staff and volunteers.

Visitors also attended from California, Philadelphia, Belgium, Malaysia and Patagonia.

Organisers said the event was a reminder to be grateful for the planet and to continue working together to protect it for future generations.

Community

Tenby 10k raises more than £20,000 for Paul Sartori

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11 hours ago

June 8, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A POPULAR Tenby road race has raised more than £20,000 for Paul Sartori Hospice at Home.

Runners and sponsors taking part in last year’s Tenby 10k raised £20,559.07 for the Pembrokeshire charity, which provides hospice care to people in their own homes.

The race, organised by Waterfront Community Runners, took place in October 2025 and was well supported by locals and visitors, who lined the route through the town to cheer on competitors.

Laura Hugman, Chief Executive of Paul Sartori, has now received the cheque, presented by a selection of those who took part in the event.

This year’s Tenby 10k will take place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, on a closed-road, two-lap course through the centre of Tenby.

More than 400 runners have already signed up, with entries now past 40 per cent capacity and organisers expecting the event to sell out again.

Anyone wishing to take part can enter at www.waterfrontcommunityrunners.co.uk.

All proceeds from this year’s race will again be donated to the Paul Sartori Foundation.

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Laura Hugman, Chief Executive of Paul Sartori, receives the cheque from Tenby 10k runners and organisers.