News

Who backed Bryn?

Published

11 years ago

March 28, 2014

ON SOCIAL networking sites, they have been dubbed “The Dirty Thirty” and been the subject of extensive recriminations and abuse. They have been accused of not representing their electors, but rather the interests of the ruling group and senior officers. But who are the Councillors who voted against last week’s vote of no confidence in controversial Council fat cat Bryn Parry Jones? We have listed them, with their ward and email contact details – obtained from the County Council’s website – for our readers’ information:

Jamie Adams: Camrose, Independent Plus, Leader of Council and Cabinet Spokesperson for Corporate Matters and Finance. Email: [email protected]
John Allen-Mirehouse: Hundleton, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Daphne Bush: Pembroke St Mary South, Independent Plus. Email: cllr.daphne.bush:Pembrokeshire.gov.uk
Mark Edwards: Haverfordwest Prendergast, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Wynne Evans: Narberth, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Lyndon Frayling: Haverfordwest Garth, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Huw George: Maenclochog, Independent Plus. Deputy Leader and Cabinet Spokesperson for Environmental and Regulatory Services and the Welsh Language. Email: [email protected]
Brian Hall: Pembroke Dock Market, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Paul Harries: Newport, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Umelda Havard: Merlins Bridge, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Stan Hudson: Milford Haven North, Conservative. Email: [email protected]
Mike James: St Dogmaels, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Owen James: Scleddau, “Unaffiliated”. Email: [email protected]
Michael John: Llangwm, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Phil Kidney: Manorbier, Unaffiliated. Email: [email protected]
Keith Lewis: Crymych, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Rob Lewis: Martletwy, Independent Plus. Deputy Leader and Cabinet Spokesperson for Highways, Planning, Transportation and Major Events. IPG election co-ordinator 2008 & 2012. Email: [email protected]
Pearl Llewellyn: Monkton, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Peter Morgan: The Havens, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Elwyn Morse: Narberth Rural, Independent Plus. Cabinet Spokesperson for Culture, Sport and Leisure. Email: [email protected]
David Neale: Carew, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Susan Perkins: Pembroke Dock Llanion, Independent Plus. Cabinet Spokesperson for Safeguarding and Children’s Services. Email: [email protected]
David Pugh: Kilgetty/Begelly, Independent Plus. Still Cabinet Spokesperson for Economy, Tourism and Communities. Email: [email protected]
David Rees: Llanrhian, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Tom Richards: Letterston, Independent Plus. Vice Chairman of the Council. Email: [email protected]
Ken Rowlands: Johnston, Independent Plus. Cabinet spokesperson for Education. Email: [email protected]
David Simpson: Lampeter Velfrey, Independent Plus. Cabinet spokesperson for Housing & Sustainability. Email: [email protected]
Rob Summons: Burton, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]
Arwyn Williams: Pembroke St Mary North, Independent Plus. Chairman of the Council. Email: [email protected]
Steve Yelland: Rudbaxton, Independent Plus. Email: [email protected]

Two IPPG members were absent from the meeting:

Cllr Myles Pepper (Fishguard North East) who had spoken out in favour of suspending Bryn Parry Jones in February and Cllr Simon Hancock (Neyland East) Cabinet Spokesperson for Adult Services and Equalities, who is reported to have been too ill to attend the meeting.

Two IPPG members abstained from the vote:

Cllr John Davies (Cilgerran) former leader of the then IPG and former leader of the Council and Cllr Lyn Jenkins (Solva).

Two IPPG members voted in favour of the motion of no confidence in Bryn Parry Jones: Reg Owens (St Ishmaels) and Stephen Joseph (Milford Central).

Looking at the voting record above, The Pembrokeshire Herald’s readers are well-placed to decide just how independently-minded the members of the Independent Plus Group actually are.

Charity

Letterston dog show raises over £750 for local charities

Published

3 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON SUNDAY (Dec 22), Letterston Ring Craft successfully raised £755.55 for two Pembrokeshire-based charities during a fun dog show event. The funds were equally split between South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue and Letterston Memorial Hall.

The event featured a variety of well-attended classes, including child handling and fancy dress, drawing participation from dog enthusiasts of all levels.

This fundraiser marked the first charitable event supporting South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue. Founded and managed by Lizzy Austwick, the rescue organisation aids unwanted, feral, and sick cats across Pembrokeshire and responds to urgent cases in Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. The rescue provides neutering support for stray and feral cats, directs owners to available resources, and specialises in helping stray cats with severe injuries, raising essential funds for their care.

For assistance, Lizzy can be contacted via the rescue’s Facebook page or at 07575 131443.

Letterston Ring Craft welcomes new members interested in training and showing their dogs, from local companion shows to prestigious events like Crufts. The club meets every other Sunday in Letterston, and further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Looking ahead, the next fun dog show is scheduled for early next year and will support Belle’s Story Charity. For more information or to get involved, contact Gentle Lowe at 07956 653401.

Charity

£3,800 donated to services across Withybush Hospital

Published

5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE CAMROSE VINTAGE WORKING DAY team has donated £3,800 to services across Withybush Hospital.

Their 37^th annual event raised a record breaking £25,000, which has now been distributed among 26 local charities.

They donated the funds to the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit and Heads Up! Hair Loss Initiative at Withybush Hospital. Each service received £950.

The Heads Up! initiative provides a person-centred, holistic hair loss service for cancer patients. It brings together healthcare and haircare professionals from local communities to give patients the knowledge and products needed to manage their hair loss with dignity and choice.

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you to Andrew, the team and the supporters of the Camrose Vintage Working Day for your generosity once again. Your donation to each service is amazing and will make a big difference. We are hugely grateful for your wonderful support.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Pictured above: Andrew James, Chairman of Camrose Vintage Working Day with Withybush Hospital staff from the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit, Heads Up! Hair Loss initiative.

Community

Neyland Community Christmas Lunch a festive success

Published

5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL rolled up their sleeves to support this year’s Community Christmas Lunch, spreading festive cheer and warm hospitality to attendees on Christmas Day at the Alumchine.

Councillors Steve Campodonic, David Devauden, Steve Thomas, and Brian Rothero began their efforts as early as 7:30am, working tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.

The dedicated organisers, including Trish Campodonic, Pam, and Lloyd Hamilton, along with other volunteers, created a welcoming space filled with festive spirit and a delicious meal with all the trimmings.

The event brought together members of the community who might otherwise have spent the day alone, highlighting the warmth and generosity that Neyland is known for.