News
Armed police will be at Pembrokeshire County Show
ARMED POLICE will be at Pembrokeshire County Show later this month, but Dyfed-Powys Police says their presence should not cause alarm.
The officers will be patrolling the show and liaising with security to ensure the safety of all attendees.
Superintendent Huw Meredith said: “We will be deploying specialist assets and armed officers who will help keep show-goers safe. Please don’t be alarmed when you see armed officers patrolling the show site, they are there to protect you and are a friendly bunch if you want to speak to them.
“Security is paramount to us at events such as this, so we ask for your patience and cooperation when getting through the gates. You can help us keep the event safe by being vigilant for anyone or anything that looks out of place or suspicious by reporting it to us on the 101 number.
“If you have any questions or concerns, our officers will be on hand to assist you. Equally, all those working at the show have been briefed to keep an eye out for suspicious activity so they will also be on hand to help.”
At the show, Dyfed-Powys Police is inviting visitors to visit their stand to find out more about how to safely enjoy what the area has to offer over the summer.
The stand is geared at bringing to life the force’s #EnjoyDPP summer campaign which is about helping people who live in and visit Pembrokeshire safely enjoy their summer.
Officers and staff from Dyfed-Powys Police and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner will be on hand to offer practical advice to help people enjoy the towns, beaches, mountains and events. They will be joined on various days by key partners including Trading Standards, Immigration, Border Force Agency, Local Council Agencies, Victim Support, BAWSO, Community Cohesion Groups and Crimestoppers.
Inspector Shaun Bowen said: “Come say hello, meet our experienced and knowledgeable officers and staff and find out more about how to stay safe and enjoy the summer while taking advantage of the many wonderful places and events the area has to offer.”
Visitors will be able to explore a police vehicle and a tractor, meet a police dog, dress up as a police officer or Police Community Support Officer and pose for photos at an #EnjoyDpp photobooth.
You can also have a chat with experts on issues including summer safety, rural crime, financial crime, digital policing, crimes and issues that affect children and so much more.
To allow people to chat without distractions from the children there will be a special children’s corner where they can have their fingerprints taken and colour a police-themed picture.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) liaison officers will be in attendance to offer advice and discuss any issues with the public. The officers are trained to provide specialist support to any LGBT victims of crime.
There will also be volunteers from the Special Constabulary there who will give advice and support to anyone considering volunteering as a Special.
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner has a host of activities planned, including promoting the Commissioner’s crime plan, giving people opportunity to pose their questions to the Chief Constable via the Commissioner, hop on a cow print exercise bike and help rack up the miles while hearing more about the Commissioner’s charity challenge.
Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn said: “I’m delighted that representatives from my office will be there to talk to visitors about the role of Police and Crime Commissioner and the work I’m carrying out to ensure our four counties remain the safest in England and Wales.”
Crime
Pembroke Dock woman in court for failing to remove rubbish from property
A PEMBROKE DOCK resident is due to appear before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court later today (Nov 25) for multiple alleged breaches of a community protection notice.
Sheena Deacon, of 13 Wavell Crescent, Pembroke Dock, faces charges under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, which carries a maximum penalty of a Level 4 fine.
The charges stem from allegations that Deacon failed to remove accumulated household waste from her property on several occasions. According to court documents, the breaches occurred on September 19, September 26, October 2, October 9, and October 17 this year.
The charges indicate that Deacon, despite being issued with a community protection notice, did not comply with the requirements to clear and appropriately dispose of refuse and household waste from her address.
The Herald will bring updates on the case as it progresses.
News
Welsh Conservatives urge Labour to scrap ‘family farm tax’
THE WELSH CONSERVATIVES have announced plans to bring forward a Senedd debate next week (Nov 27) calling on the UK Labour Government to abandon its proposed “family farm tax.”
The tax, introduced by the UK Labour Government, is being criticised as a move that will harm Welsh farming, threaten food security, and increase food prices. Alongside the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme and perceived “anti-farming agenda,” critics argue this new tax amounts to a coordinated effort to undermine the future of agriculture in Wales.
Shadow Minister warns of consequences
Ahead of the debate, Welsh Conservative Shadow Minister for Rural Affairs, James Evans MS, condemned the proposal, stating:
“Labour’s family farm tax will put family farms out of business, threaten our food security, and lead to food prices rising. Only the Welsh Conservatives will stand up for our farmers, and that’s why we’re bringing forward a Senedd motion calling on Labour to reverse this decision. No farmers, no food.”
NFU Cymru expresses alarm
NFU Cymru President, Aled Jones, echoed these concerns, highlighting the widespread opposition from the farming community. Speaking about the impact of the tax on Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief, Jones said:
“Earlier this week, hundreds of farmers from across Wales journeyed to London to meet with their MPs and register their deeply held concerns about these misguided and ill-thought-out reforms.
“The proposals unveiled by the Treasury last month to introduce a tax on the passing on of our family farms to the next generation are a massive added burden. They will leave many farmers without the means, confidence, or incentive to invest in the future of their business.
“NFU Cymru reiterates its call for the UK Government to halt these changes.”
The motion to be debated
The motion, set to be debated in the Senedd, reads:
“To propose that the Senedd:
Calls on the UK Labour Government to reverse its decision to impose a family farm tax on agricultural businesses.”
This debate is expected to attract significant attention, with Welsh farmers and rural communities keenly watching for the outcome.
Community
Internet outage for two villages after exchange box destroyed
RESIDENTS of Clunderwen and Llandissilio have been left without internet access following the destruction of an Openreach exchange box just outside Llandissilio village.
The incident occurred yesterday (Nov 23) when the box was reportedly demolished by a vehicle. The damage has resulted in a complete loss of internet services for the two villages, with repairs expected to take at least a couple of days.
Local residents have expressed frustration over the disruption, as the outage affects home businesses, remote workers, and households relying on internet connectivity for day-to-day tasks.
Openreach engineers have cordoned off the site, and work is ongoing to assess the extent of the damage. A spokesperson for Openreach has been contacted for comment but had not responded by the time of publication.
The vehicle involved in the incident has not yet been identified. Anyone with information about the collision is urged to contact the local police.
With repair timelines unclear, affected residents have called for increased communication from service providers to manage expectations during the outage.
“Bringing the community back online is a priority,” a local resident said. “We’re hoping Openreach can resolve the issue quickly and ensure it doesn’t happen again in future.”
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