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Pembroke Dock: Meeting discusses rubbish being ‘dumped’ in town

Published

7 years ago

November 29, 2017

A WELL-ATTENDED meeting was organised by Cllr Paul Dowson in Pembroke Dock recently to discuss an ongoing issue of fly-tipping and rubbish being ‘dumped’ in the town.

Prior to the meeting, residents of Pembroke Dock had complained on the Pembroke Dock Citizens Forum page on Facebook about the ‘lack of accountability’ and ‘ignorance’ some private landlords have adopted regarding this situation.

Previously, Cllr Dowson had spent a weekend collecting rubbish and larger items and disposed of these so they could be collected and even took rubbish to the tip.

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Head of Waste, Michael Harries, discussed with residents how to proceed forward. It was agreed that the council would invite landlords to the meeting to discuss the issue.

Cllr Joshua Beynon and Mayor of Pembroke Dock, Gordon Goff, also attended the meeting.

The general consensus of residents, Cllr Dowson summarised, was that Pembroke Dock is the ‘forgotten town’ of Pembrokeshire.

One resident said during the meeting: “Our town has been raped, pillaged and plundered by bedsit landlords.”

Another attendee of the meeting told The Herald: “E Lettings was the main concern with most who attended their blatant disregard for the rubbish that their tenants generate with no storage facility in place for it.

“Michael Harries informed us that they don’t have a date for enforcement officers to be in place, as this is all held up by the legal department.

“Even though the council know E Lettings are the main culprits of the waste problem they seem unwilling to talk to them directly but would rather do it under the disguise of talking to all landlords about it.

“All at the meeting confirmed enforcement is the only way to go, as E Lettings are unwilling to talk to anyone about it including Cllr Paul Dowson.”

Community

Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity

Published

8 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.

Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.

The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.

Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.

Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.

(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)

Business

Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure

Published

15 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.

The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.

The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.

A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”

Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.

Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.

From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.

Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.

(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)

Community

Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend

Published

16 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.

In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”

Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.

Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.