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Pembrokeshire County Council election results [LIVE]
THE PEMBROKESHIRE HERALD will be covering the local election results live as the results come in today (May 5).
All results are now confirmed. You can view the full list below.
Amroth
Tony Barron – 225
Mary Megarry – 223
Burton
Rob Summons (Uncontested)
Camrose
Jamie Adams – 448
Nicky Watts – 358
Jonathan Twigg – 275
Kay Dearing – 135
Carew
Paul Rapi – 310
David Neale – 224
Norman Richard Parry – 59
Cilgerran
John Davies (Unopposed)
Clydau
Rod Bowen (Unopposed)
Crymych
Cristoffer Wyn Tomos – 616
Keith Lewis – 516
Dinas Cross
Bob Kilmister – 550
Myles Bamford Lewis – 154
East Williamston
Jacob Williams – 730
Mackie Harts – 242
Fishguard North East
Myles Pepper – 449
Alex Allison – 286
Fishguard North West
Pat Davies – 371
Dennis Morris – 122
James Jonathon Thickitt – 58
Goodwick
Kevin William Doolin – 262
Gwilym Price – 234
Richard Grosvenor – 122
Haverfordwest Castle
Thomas Tudor – 438
Sally Williams – 190
Kevin Lewis Davies – 155
Haverfordwest Garth
Lyndon Frayling – 229
Sue Murray – 145
Chris Evans-Thomas 100
Haverfordwest Portfield
Tim Evans – 436
Anthony Griffiths – 199
Martin Lewis – 172
Haverfordwest Prendergast
Alison Mary Tudor – 356
Thomas Peter Lewis – 164
Chris Lee Harries – 109
Gitti Coats – 107
Haverfordwest Priory
David Bryan (Unopposed)
Hundleton
Margot Magdalene Hanna Mechthild Bateman – 334
Keith Bradney – 174
Nicky Hancock – 104
Barry Edward Grange – 69
Johnston
Ken Rowlands – 335
Phil Hart – 313
Rhys Evans – 141
Kilgetty / Begelly
David Pugh – 319
Gretta Elaine Marshall – 212
Peter John Adams 157
Lampeter Velfrey
David Simpson (Unopposed)
Lamphey
Tessa Hodgson – 457
Rob Kenniford – 256
Letterston
Michelle Bateman – 575
Owain Llyr Williams – 236
Tom Richards – 224
Llangwm
Michael John (Unopposed)
Llanrhian
Neil Prior – 332
William John Evans – 159
Alan Nigel Price – 155
Chris John – 48
Maenclochog
Huw George – 657
Hefin Wyn – 547
Manorbier
Philip Kidney (Unopposed)
Martletwy
Di Clements – 591
Rob Lewis – 263
Merlins Bridge
Vincent John Cole – 337
Paul Edmond Davies – 156
Umelda Havard – 151
Milford Central
Stephen Joseph – 137
Lynne Elizabeth Turner – 134
Charles Davies – 118
Meurig Caffey – 40
Tony Miles – 113
Milford East
Guy Woodham
Milford Hakin
Mike Stoddart – 336
Jon Thrower – 225
David Henry Warrell – 78
William Elliott – 61
Rhys Williams – 31
Milford Hubberston
Vivien Stoddart – 357
Alun Emanuell Byrne – 163
Rose Davinia Gray – 132
Milford North
Stanley Hudson – 487
Colin Sharp – 319
Milford West
Rhys Sinnett – 305
Yvonne Grace Southwell – 118
Carol Stevens – 67
Narberth
Vic Dennis – 329
Sue Rees – 301
Rayner Peett – 145
Narberth Rural
Elwyn Morse
Newport
Paul Harries
Neyland East
Simon Hancock – 763
Aelwen Mair Lee – 79
Neyland West
Paul Miller – 512
Brian Leslie Rothero – 207
Pembroke Dock Llanion
Joshua Beynon – 290
Peter Kraus – 281
William Skyrme Rees – 239
Pembroke Dock Central
Paul Dowson – 102
Terry Wayne Judkins – 98
Maureen Bowen – 81
Phil Gwyther – 78
George Frederick Manning – 22
Richard Day – 13
Pembroke Dock Market
Brian Hall – 300
Hayley Wood – 216
Pembroke Dock Pennar
Anthony Wilcox – 727
Allan Trevor Brookes – 239
Pembroke Monkton
Pearl Llewellyn – 208
Chris Doyle – 138
Pembroke St Mary North
Dai Boswell – 217
Jon Harvey – 211
David William Edwards – 122
Pembroke St Mary South
Melanie Anne Phillips – 109
Aaron Carey – 181
Daphne Bush – 94
Jacob Taylor – 91
Pembroke St Michael
Aden Brinn – 557
Jonathan Nutting – 425
Penally
Jonathan Preston – 362
Christine Toy – 289
Rudbaxton
Steve Yelland – 273
Ryan Dansie – 80
Raymond Burgess – 72
Saundersfoot
Philip Baker – 588
Rosemary Rebecca Hayes – 322
Scleddau
Samuel Kurtz – 287
Owen James – 205
Paul Stonhold – 103
Solva
Mark Carter – 338
Joshua Phillips – 287
Janie Anne Harwood – 75
St Davids
David Lloyd – 419
Alan Charles York – 406
St Dogmaels
Michael James – 694
Howard Balmer – 183
Elfyn Owen Rees – 117
St Ishmaels
Reg Owens (Unopposed)
Tenby North
Michael Williams (Unopposed)
Tenby South
Michael Evans (Unopposed)
The Havens
Peter Morgan – 346
Gordon William Smith – 238
Wiston
David Howlett – 563
Isabelle May Solomon – 211
Health
Phone calls to reduce GP visits for 42% of patients this winter
NEW research from the Royal Voluntary Service has shown that a simple phone call could significantly impact well-being, reducing GP visits by 42% among patients who receive regular telephone support.
The charity urges those feeling isolated this winter, particularly the elderly, to use telephone support services as a way to improve health and free up GP appointments, potentially reducing waiting times. It is estimated that if people experiencing loneliness in later life reduced their GP visits by just one appointment a year, this could free up 588,000 appointments annually.
As winter approaches, the Royal Voluntary Service reports that isolation can sharply increase, especially for adults over 75, with nearly half (47%) of people in this age group feeling lonelier in the colder months. Among those who live alone, one in six say they feel forgotten during winter, and 20% report having no one to turn to for emotional support.
In addition to loneliness, older generations face several winter worries, including increased heating costs, cited by 55% of respondents, and reduced ability to go out, which 29% said they dreaded as winter sets in.
To address these challenges, Royal Voluntary Service has launched the Stay Safe, Warm and Well campaign in partnership with Yakult. The campaign provides a guide for practical and emotional winter preparation, encouraging sign-ups for telephone support services and offering access to the Virtual Village Hall online community for events and activities. Practical advice on money-saving and energy-saving tips is also available through the guide.
Royal Voluntary Service Ambassador Elaine Paige, who has herself made support calls for the charity, described the positive impact these calls can have. “A warm, friendly phone call can transform someone’s day. Some conversations leave you smiling long after the call ends—something we could all use, especially in winter. For those facing the season alone, there are amazing people ready to remind you that you’re not alone,” she said.
The charity’s support services match volunteers with individuals across the UK for friendly chats, reducing isolation and boosting mental health. Catherine Johnstone CBE, Chief Executive of Royal Voluntary Service, said: “The feedback that conversations with volunteers are helping people to visit their GP less is testament to the value of connection.”
Yakult Marketing Manager Reshma Patel added: “Our research with Royal Voluntary Service shows that one in four adults over 75 feel they’d benefit from practical and emotional support over winter. We are committed to helping people access the Stay Safe, Warm and Well guide to support their overall well-being.”
Crime
Welsh shop workers face ‘surge in shoplifting linked violence and abuse’ says union
A NEW survey by retail trade union Usdaw has revealed disturbing figures on the abuse, threats, and violence endured by Welsh shop workers, with incidents increasingly linked to shoplifting. Released during Respect for Shop Workers Week, which runs from November 11 to 17, the statistics highlight a troubling trend that is impacting thousands of retail employees.
Usdaw’s survey, based on responses from over 4,000 retail staff, shows that in the past year:
- 69% experienced verbal abuse.
- 45% were threatened by customers.
- 17% were assaulted.
Usdaw General Secretary Paddy Lillis commented on the findings, saying: “Shop workers deserve far more respect than they receive. These reports from Welsh retail staff make grim reading. It is shocking to see over two-thirds of our members subjected to abuse, threats, and violence. Seven in ten of these incidents are related to theft, much of it tied to addiction and organised crime.”
Usdaw’s survey suggests that shoplifting is increasingly becoming a flashpoint for violence. Many shop workers report encountering hardened criminals who appear to steal goods “to order” or to fund addictions. According to the union, incidents are on the rise across Wales, with police-reported shoplifting up by 33% in the past year.
Usdaw member testimonies paint a vivid picture of the dangers faced on the shop floor:
- One respondent described being “spat at, pushed against a wall, punched, and threatened with a knife.”
- Another reported that, after refusing to sell alcohol, they were told to “F**k off” and threatened with a beating by a group of five.
- Others spoke of being punched, spat on, and verbally abused, with threats that often left lasting emotional scars.
New measures on the horizon
Usdaw has been calling for greater legal protection for retail workers for years, and it appears these calls are finally being heard. The recent Crime and Policing Bill, announced in the King’s Speech, proposes to:
- End the £200 threshold for prosecuting shoplifters, which has been a source of frustration for retailers.
- Introduce town centre banning orders for repeat offenders.
- Allocate funding for tackling organised shoplifting and increase police presence in shopping areas.
“We welcome these new measures and hope they will provide much-needed protection,” said Mr. Lillis. “After 14 years of neglect under successive Tory governments, we are encouraged by the steps the new Labour government is taking to address the retail crime epidemic.”
As Christmas approaches—a time when retail crime tends to peak—Usdaw is urging the public to “respect shop workers” and remain calm as stores become busier.
Usdaw, which represents around 360,000 members, primarily in retail, launched its Freedom From Fear Campaign to tackle the growing issue of violence against shop workers. The final results of the 2024 survey are expected in March 2025.
Charity
Milford Haven RNLI celebrates heartfelt donation from Neyland Ladies Choir
MILFORD HAVEN RNLI Fundraising Group received a generous donation of over £1,000 from Neyland Ladies Choir this October, marking a touching tribute to Mrs. Dorothy Beckett, one of the RNLI’s longest-standing supporters.
The Neyland Ladies Choir held a special concert at St. Mary’s Church on Waterloo Road, Hakin, to celebrate Dorothy Beckett’s 90th birthday. A lifelong supporter of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), Dorothy has played a crucial role in lifeboat fundraising in the Milford Haven area, dating back to the 1970s. She was instrumental in establishing the Hakin Point RNLI fundraising group, which has raised over £500,000 to support the RNLI’s lifesaving work.
The concert’s proceeds were presented in a moving ceremony at Bethesda Baptist Church in Neyland. Accepting the donation on behalf of the RNLI were Steve Lewis, Chairman of the fundraising group, and Thomas Kehoe, Deputy Coxswain of the Angle Lifeboat.
Adding to the evening’s celebrations, Alice Coleman, RNLI Community Manager, presented Dorothy with the Long Service Medal, recognizing her fifty years of dedication to the institution. This award, given by the RNLI, honors Dorothy’s unwavering commitment to saving lives at sea.
“Thank you, Neyland Ladies Choir and Dorothy Beckett,” said the RNLI in a heartfelt message to the community. “Your support and dedication mean the world to us.”
The Milford Haven RNLI Fundraising Group encourages supporters to share and spread the word, hoping that Dorothy’s legacy inspires continued community support.
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