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Fishguard: Burst water pipe disrupts supply

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A BURST water pipe has left many houses in Fishguard without their normal water supply this afternoon (Oct 25).

Welsh Water have said they are aware of the incident and are currently investigating.

The company expects the water to be returned to normal by this evening.

A Welsh Water spokesperson said: “We’re sorry if you’re without water or experiencing low pressure in the Fishguard area.

“Our team are on their way to investigate a burst pipe.

“We expect the water to return to normal by early evening.”

There is also a list of postcodes impacted by the burst pipe:

SA64 0EN
SA65 5UA
SA65 9AA
SA65 9AB
SA65 9AD
SA65 9AE
SA65 9AF
SA65 9AG
SA65 9AH
SA65 9AJ
SA65 9AL
SA65 9AN
SA65 9AP
SA65 9AQ
SA65 9AR
SA65 9AS
SA65 9AT
SA65 9AU
SA65 9AW
SA65 9AX
SA65 9BA
SA65 9BB
SA65 9BE
SA65 9BG
SA65 9BH
SA65 9BJ
SA65 9BL
SA65 9BN
SA65 9BP
SA65 9BS
SA65 9BT
SA65 9BU
SA65 9DA
SA65 9DB
SA65 9DD
SA65 9DE
SA65 9DF
SA65 9DJ
SA65 9DL
SA65 9DN
SA65 9DP
SA65 9DR
SA65 9DT
SA65 9DU
SA65 9DW
SA65 9DX
SA65 9DY
SA65 9DZ
SA65 9EA
SA65 9EB
SA65 9ED
SA65 9EE
SA65 9EF
SA65 9EG
SA65 9EH
SA65 9EJ
SA65 9EL
SA65 9EN
SA65 9EP
SA65 9EQ
SA65 9ER
SA65 9HA
SA65 9HB
SA65 9HE
SA65 9HG
SA65 9HH
SA65 9HL
SA65 9HP
SA65 9HR
SA65 9HS
SA65 9HT
SA65 9HX
SA65 9HY
SA65 9JA
SA65 9JB
SA65 9JD
SA65 9JE
SA65 9JG
SA65 9JJ
SA65 9JL
SA65 9JN
SA65 9JP
SA65 9JR
SA65 9JS
SA65 9JT
SA65 9JU
SA65 9ND
SA65 9NF
SA65 9NG
SA65 9NH
SA65 9NJ
SA65 9NL
SA65 9NP
SA65 9NQ
SA65 9NR
SA65 9NS
SA65 9NT
SA65 9NU
SA65 9NW
SA65 9NX
SA65 9NY
SA65 9PA
SA65 9PB
SA65 9PD
SA65 9PE
SA65 9PG
SA65 9PR
SA65 9QH
SA65 9QJ
SA65 9AE
SA65 9AN
SA65 9AR
SA65 9BE
SA65 9BL
SA65 9BT
SA65 9DD
SA65 9DN
SA65 9EP
SA65 9HL

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Unanimous verdict in Ceredigion sexual assault case

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A CEREDIGION man has been convicted to three years and six months in prison for sexually assaulting a woman in her own bed after the jury returned a unanimous guilty verdict.

27-year-old Suroj Bk, from Llangrannog, was sentenced this week following a week-long trial at Swansea Crown Court (May 1).

On 7 October 2023, Dyfed-Powys Police received a report that Bk entered the victim’s home and sexually assaulted her while she lay in her bed.

When the victim realised what was happening, she kicked Bk out of her bed and called the police.

Upon receiving the report, officers quickly attended the victim’s home and conducted a thorough search of the surrounding area using police dogs and scenes of crime officers.

Evidence gathered from scene, together with extensive local enquiries, led officers to arrest Suroj Bk the next day (8 October).

While Bk was in custody, detectives, crime scene investigators, and digital forensic officers worked tirelessly to uncover the evidence that ultimately placed Suroj Bk at the scene.

After hearing the evidence, the jury took less than two hours to agree a unanimous guilty verdict.

The detective in charge of the case has praised the victim for her ‘tremendous courage’ in reporting the assault to police.

“Incidents of this nature are thankfully very rare within Ceredigion, and I’d like to reassure the community that this was an isolated incident, and that the identification and arrest of suspect was done quickly and efficiently,” said Detective Inspector Sam Gregory. 

“The victim in this case demonstrated tremendous courage in reporting to police, and while this investigation was not straightforward in its nature, it was through the expertise and tenacity of forensic officers, working together with the investigation team, and the victim, that led to this successful prosecution.

“I hope the sentence given to Suroj Bk sends a clear and strong message that Dyfed-Powys Police takes reports of sexual offences seriously.

“We will listen to you, and we will work tirelessly to get justice.”

On Wednesday, 1 May 2024, Saroj Bk was sentenced to three years and six months in prison and a five-year restraining order, and he will be on the sex offenders register for life. 

If you have been a victim of a crime such as this, report it to Dyfed-Powys Police either through a direct message on social media, online at: https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.

In an emergency, always call 999.

If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.

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Body recovered confirmed to be Luke Stephenson, say police

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DYFED-POWYS police have said today that the body found on Wednesday, May 1, has been confirmed to be Luke Stephenson, who was reported missing from the Pembroke Dock area on April 14.

A spokesperson for the force said: “We will continue to support the family and will assist with issuing a tribute publicly if the family wish to do so.”

In a statement, his family said: “Luke was a joyful and funny young man and always wanted to help others. He was a loving son, brother, grandson and uncle, and will be forever missed. 
“We have lost a huge part of our family, and our loss is shared by his many friends who also loved him dearly. 
“We would like to thank the local community for the overwhelming support we have received.”

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Port of Milford Haven now official ‘a great place to work’

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THE PORT of Milford Haven has been officially accredited as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ organisation. As the first Port Authority in Britain to secure this Certification™, it is a significant achievement.

“We are very proud to be Great Place to Work-Certified™,” said Vidette Swales, HR Director at the Port of Milford Haven. “It means so much that our employees have reported a consistently positive experience with their colleagues, their leaders and their jobs. Offering a positive employee experience is not only beneficial for the people who work with us but is also key for our continued business success.”

Tom Sawyer, CEO at the Port of Milford Haven added: “Our team is operating the UK’s leading energy port, and it is of the utmost importance that we do that safely, responsibly and effectively. We’re striving for excellence and aim to provide a world class service to our customers as well as supporting sustainable coastal communities for the prosperity of future generations. Our employees are clearly at the centre of this which is why I’m delighted that they feel supported in their role. I’m especially proud that this Certification™ demonstrates our core values of Safety, Excellence, Collaboration and Sustainability so perfectly.”

“We congratulate the Port of Milford Haven on achieving their Certification™,” said Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place to Work® UK. “Organisations which put the employee experience at the heart of their business gain their employees’ trust and, in turn, are truly able to build a great workplace culture that delivers outstanding business results.”

Find out more about careers at the Port of Milford Haven here: www.mhpa.co.uk/about/careers-at-the-port/.

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