News

Council Chairmans message

Published

5 years ago

April 17, 2020

The Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council, Councillor Dr Simon
Hancock, has issued the following message:

‘We are living through unprecedented times as society battles the
greatest public health crisis of the past hundred years.

‘Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have lost loved ones or
have had family members and friends taken ill from this awful virus.
‘But we are also witnessing some remarkable things. The
professionalism, dedication and selflessness of our National Health
Service and social care staff is beyond praise.

‘We also are mindful of the excellent work of our police who have to
enforce the lockdown and get to grips with new regulations during
these exceptional weeks.

‘Our County Council staff are working very hard indeed in catering for
the needs of Pembrokeshire residents and especially those who work
on the interface with health.

‘What has been truly inspiring has been the response of the
population and communities of Pembrokeshire.

‘Countless acts of kindness for neighbours and especially for
complete strangers is nothing short of inspiring.

‘The Community Co-ordination hub which went Iive on 26th March
has already dealt with more than 1000 calls and a some 50
community groups been registered with the Pembrokeshire
Association of Voluntary Services.

‘The third sector has done exceptional work in helping to promote
community resilience and providing information.

‘People continue to donate to food banks, volunteer to their local
community support group, remotely befriend, shop for necessities and
collect prescriptions for the elderly and vulnerable.
‘Communities are really coming together.

‘Every crisis produces different responses from people but I believe
the spirit of caring and compassion has intensified and grown.

‘We will move beyond this crisis and hope that a better society waits
for us beyond it.

‘As you will know, we are now entering a further minimum three
weeks of lockdown. I urge everyone to please follow the rules of
staying home and only going out if is absolutely essential to do so.
‘We must all play our part in tackling this virus.

‘I extend my best wishes to you and your families and let us
remember ‘You have not lived today until you have done something
for someone.’

‘These sentiments have certainly been taken to heart by the people of
Pembrokeshire.’

Crime

Pembroke Dock resident faces court over dog control breaches

Published

2 hours ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

PHILIP Murray, 52, of 11 Picton Place, Pembroke Dock, will appear at Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (Nov 14) to face several charges of breaching a community protection notice. The notice, issued under the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, required Murray to control his dogs in response to repeated disturbances.

The charges relate to incidents from May to September 2024, when Murray allegedly failed to comply with the restrictions set out in a notice issued on January 3, 2024. Court documents state that despite multiple warnings, Murray continued to disregard the order, leading to ongoing issues linked to his dogs’ behaviour.

If found guilty, Murray could face a Level 4 fine for each offence. The hearing is scheduled to take place from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in Courtroom 1, presided over by the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire Adult Panel.

The case underscores the role of community protection notices in addressing persistent anti-social behavior.

Crime

Cilgerran driver banned for drug use on Cardigan high street

Published

2 hours ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

A CILGERRAN motorist appeared before a district judge after driving on Cardigan High Street under the influence of cannabis.

On May 3, police officers on patrol detected a strong smell of cannabis from a Volkswagen Golf driven by Kim Haynes, 40.

A drugs wipe returned a positive result, with subsequent tests showing Haynes had 3.4 mcg of Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol in her blood, above the legal limit of 2.

Haynes, of Sun Cottage, Church Street, Cilgerran, pleaded guilty to driving over the specified drug-drive limit. She was fined and ordered to pay a total of £365, including costs and a court surcharge, and was disqualified from driving for 12 months.

Crime

Motorist disqualified after cannabis-fuelled traffic collision

Published

2 hours ago

November 13, 2024

Court Reporter

A 21-YEAR-OLD driver has been disqualified after a traffic pile-up on the A40 following cannabis use.

Officers attended Arnold’s Hill, Slebech, on March 29 in response to a multi-vehicle collision involving Kayleigh Taylor, 21, whose Toyota Aygo was on the opposite carriageway.

“There was a smell of cannabis coming from the vehicle, so a drugs wipe was conducted, which returned a positive result,” said Crown Prosecutor Sian Vaughan. Further tests showed Taylor had 7.7 mcg of Delta-9 Tetrahydrocannabinol in her blood, above the legal limit of 2.

Taylor, of Princess Royal Way, Haverfordwest, admitted to driving over the specified drug-drive limit and possessing 266.1 grams of cannabis found in her vehicle.

District Judge Mark Layton sentenced her to a 12-month community order with 20 rehabilitation activity requirement days. She was disqualified from driving for 17 months, fined £80, and ordered to pay a £114 court surcharge and £85 costs.