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Pembrokeshire County Council leaders update, May 6th

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Pembrokeshire County Council Leader, Councillor David Simpson,
has provided a further coronavirus update for Wednesday, 6th May,
as follows:

‘We continue with lockdown and need to listen to the advice given.
‘I appreciate that over the last few months we have been faced with
very distressing news on a daily basis. Every day we see scenes and
hear updates from all over the world highlighting the human and
economic costs that this pandemic has enacted on us.

‘In Pembrokeshire we also hear of businesses being closed during
lockdown, people losing their lives and the way the pandemic has
affected us.

‘We could never have dreamt or imagined the unprecedented times
that we are in, and we could never have contemplated being under a
lockdown for such a duration

‘Normality now seems strange and I’m sure that some people will be
anxious about venturing out again. However, others will be very keen
to start returning to “normal life”.

‘I want to re-emphasise that we are still under lockdown and we are
not yet ready to start going out and about. We do need to be mindful
that undoing this hard work would be against government advice and
could impact on lives.

‘I’m also aware that what you see outside your window each day is
the same as it was back in early March. However, we need to be
prepared to slowly get back to normal again following all the expert
advice that will be given when that time comes.

‘This weekend we will be celebrating the 75 th Anniversary of VE day.
But remember, if you are going to celebrate you need to stay at home
and remember social distancing still applies – it is not the time for a
street party.

‘I want to highlight a point to you all about where we are now and
about taking time to evaluate and consider what to do next.

‘With Covid-19, we will need to slowly rebuild, grow confidence back
and support each other. Families, friends and communities will need
time to grow again. I can assure you that this will happen and we will
hopefully become stronger having reflected on what we have been
through.

‘In life, unfortunately, we are met with challenges and this has been a
huge challenge. I am very proud of the way everyone in
Pembrokeshire has reacted and worked together to ensure we get
through this.

‘I would again remind everyone that we still need to follow the rules. I
know that some people are arranging “street parties” this weekend.
But this is against the advice issued regarding gatherings and social
distancing still applies.

‘Everyone please be patient, stay calm and most of all consider how
your actions may affect or impact others.

‘Our care teams and health workers are toiling to keep our most
vulnerable safe; so please continue to play your part and stay at
home and stay safe.

‘I find it difficult to comprehend why anyone would disregard the
government advice. You would not walk into a burning house, so do
not risk catching this virus by ignoring the advice.

‘I urge you all to stay at home this weekend; the time to get back to
normal is coming but not yet. Do not undo all the hard work.
‘The following press release has been issued since my update
yesterday:

 Stay Away Plea:
https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/newsroom/visitors-urged-
not-to-come-to-pembrokeshire-over-bank-holiday

‘Public Health Wales is updating and adding to their resources
regularly. Please find all assets here:
https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/latest-information-on-novel-coronavirus-
covid-19/coronavirus-resources/

‘Also, please keep an eye on our newsroom at:
https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/newsroom

‘And to get daily email updates, log onto our website and sign into My
Account at:
https://myaccount.pembrokeshire.gov.uk

‘Don’t risk catching or spreading the virus, why risk it? Remember:
Stay Strong, Stay Safe and Stay at Home. Thank you.’
Useful links:

 www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coronavirus 
 www.sir-benfro.gov.uk/coronafeirws
 https://phw.nhs.wales/
 Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru – Coronafeirws Newydd (COVID-19)
– Cyngor hunan-ynysu
 https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/coronavirus-covid-
19-list-of-guidance

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Pembroke Dock resident faces court over dog control breaches

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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.

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Cilgerran driver banned for drug use on Cardigan high street

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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.

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Motorist disqualified after cannabis-fuelled traffic collision

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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.

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