News

Haverfordwest: Headteacher named for new Welsh-medium school

Published

8 years ago

November 24, 2017

THE HEADTEACHER of Ysgol y Preseli in Crymych, Michael Davies, has been named as the first headteacher of the Welsh-medium school for three to 16-year-olds currently being built in Haverfordwest.

Mr Davies will remain in his present post and become Executive Head of both schools.

The appointment is the result of an agreement between the temporary governing body of the new school and governors at Ysgol y Preseli.

In a letter to parents and guardians of pupils at the Haverfordwest’s school’s four feeder schools, the chairman of the temporary governing body, Tegryn Jones, wrote: “It has been agreed to appoint Mr Michael Davies, the current headteacher of Ysgol y Preseli, as Executive Head of the two schools over the next few years to support the establishment and development of the new school.

“The temporary governing body is delighted to have appointed Mr Davies, who brings a wealth of experience in leading a successful Welsh medium school.

“We have confidence that he will bring the vision and the leadership skills to ensure that pupils attending the school will receive an excellent standard of education in a state-of-the-art building.”

In a letter to parents of pupils at Ysgol y Preseli, chairman of governors, Des Davies, said: “This will mean a re-organisation of responsibilities within the senior leadership team and the appointment of an additional teacher to ensure that the high standards achieved by the school are maintained.

“The above arrangements will be reviewed monthly by both governing bodies and the Local Education Authority.”

Mr Davies added that it had been agreed to establish a formal partnership between the two schools to ensure the continued success of Welsh-medium education in Pembrokeshire.

Mr Michael Davies said: “It is a privilege to have been invited to become the Executive Headteacher of both Ysgol y Preseli and the new Welsh-medium 3-16 school at Haverfordwest.

“I am looking forward to the challenge of establishing and developing the new school while ensuring that current standards remain high at Ysgol y Preseli.

“Building an effective partnership between the two schools will be key to the future success of Welsh medium education in Pembrokeshire.”

Crime

Police probe ball bearing damage in Haverfordwest

Published

5 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

POLICE are investigating reports of criminal damage in Haverfordwest after suspected metal ball bearings were used to damage a vehicle and a property.

Dyfed-Powys Police said damage was caused to the wing mirror of a blue Range Rover Evoque on Glenfields Road sometime between 11:10am and 11:20am on Sunday, May 10.

Officers believe metal ball bearings may have been used.

A second incident was reported at around 2:30pm on Tuesday, May 12, when the window of a property on Glenfields Road was allegedly struck by a suspected metal ball bearing.

Police said local officers are continuing to speak with residents after receiving a number of calls about ball bearings being found in the Glenfields Road and Old Hakin Road areas.

Anyone who witnessed anything, or who has information that could help the investigation, is asked to contact Dyfed-Powys Police online, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.

Quote reference: 26*375605.

Crime

Stolen vehicle investigation after late-night crash in Waterston

Published

7 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A VEHICLE involved in a late-night single-vehicle crash in Waterston, Milford Haven, is believed to have been stolen, police have confirmed.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received a report of the collision at around 11:55pm on Sunday (May 17).

The vehicle was recovered at approximately 1:15am on Monday (May 18), but nobody was found at the scene.

Following enquiries, police established that the vehicle had reportedly been stolen at some point during Sunday evening.

Officers said enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

News

Labour names Senedd spokesperson team after election defeat

Published

7 hours ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Ken Skates says group will focus on holding new Welsh Government to account

INTERIM Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates has unveiled the party’s Senedd spokesperson team following its defeat in the recent election.

Mr Skates will act as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for health, care and national security.

He said the Labour group would draw on “extensive experience” while bringing “fresh energy and ideas” to its work in opposition.

The party said its Senedd group was committed to holding the new Welsh Government to account and pushing for practical results for the people of Wales.

Jayne Bryant MS has been appointed spokesperson for housing, communities, public and preventative health, with women’s health also included in her brief.

Mike Hedges MS will cover culture, sport, local government and legislation.

Vikki Howells MS becomes Chief Whip and spokesperson for environment, farming, energy and transport. Her portfolio also includes planning.

Lynne Neagle MS has been named Business Manager and spokesperson for children, education and lifelong learning.

Shav Taj MS will cover employment, equalities and economic transformation, including social partnership.

Huw Thomas MS has been appointed spokesperson for finance, democracy, citizenship and the Welsh language. Regional and city deals will also fall within his brief.

Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.

A photo call with the Welsh Labour Senedd Group is due to take place in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday (May 19), although no interviews will be available.