News
Pembrokeshire’s six Waste and Recycling Centres (WRCs) are set to re-open
Pembrokeshire’s six Waste and Recycling Centres (WRCs) are set
to re-open on Tuesday, 26 th May, for essential use only and under
strict new guidelines.
All visitors will have to pre-book a slot and follow a number of
restrictions and guidelines to ensure that social distancing is
observed.
This is to make sure that the facilities are used in a safe manner for
staff and the public while remaining fair for all households in
Pembrokeshire.
The booking system will open from 9 am, Wednesday, 20th
May.
Slots can be booked at: www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/waste-bookings
or by phoning the Council’s contact centre on: 01437 764551.
People are asked to book online if possible and only phone the
contact centre if they do not have internet access.
Initially the first two weeks of slots will be opened and this will
continue on a two-weekly rolling basis.
Over 6,300 slots per week will be available initially across all sites
and we will work to improve this number while ensuring the sites can
operate in a safe manner for staff and the public
Please see the new guidelines for Waste and Recycling Centres
below:
Do not visit a WRC if you or anyone in your household has COVID
19 symptoms – you will not be permitted on site.
Anyone shielding must not put themselves at risk by visiting the
WRCs. The same applies to other vulnerable people.
WRCs will be open to Pembrokeshire householders ONLY.
Initially no commercial users will be allowed on site and are asked to
use private waste disposal companies at this time.
Only bring items that can’t be stored safely at home or cannot be
collected through your kerbside waste and recycling collections
Only cars and small vans will be permitted on site – no high sided
vehicles, large vans (i.e. transits or equivalent) or trailers at this
time.
Only households who have a pre-booked a 15 minute slot will be
permitted on site. Anyone who hasn’t booked a slot will be turned
away.
Slots will need to be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
Only ONE visit per household to any site within a 14-day period to
enable more households to access the facilities.
There will be a strict 15-minute slot per vehicle to dispose of items in
the correct containers. Therefore please sort all waste and recycling
into the different material types before arriving at the site to help
keep your visit short.
Vehicles should arrive no more than 15 minutes before their booked
time slot (to avoid traffic queues on the highway).
Please display ID (eg driving licence / utility bill) in the windscreen
for staff to view and verify the booking.
A maximum of five vehicles will be allowed on a site at any one time
(staff will monitor this). This number will be kept under review.
Only ONE person may exit the vehicle to unload the waste and
recycling. Staff are unable to help unload or carry any items,
therefore householders need to ensure that this person is able to
safely unload items from the vehicle and place them in the correct
container.
Strict social distancing rules will be in place at all times.
Householders must observe two-metre social distancing on the site
and only one user will be able to access each skip or container at a
time.
We are currently unable to accept tyres. Please store them at
home safely until this service resumes.
Remember to wash your hands thoroughly before and after visiting
the site.
Please be patient and follow instructions on site. For the benefit and
welfare of everyone, any users not following instructions or abusive
to staff will be instructed to leave the site and further action taken if
necessary.
County Councillor Cris Tomos, Cabinet Member for the
Environment, said: “People must feel confident and safe if they have
to visit our sites.
“That is why we are restricting numbers and are asking people only
to visit if absolutely necessary. Please think carefully before deciding
to visit one of our Waste and Recycling Centres.
“All of us must do our bit to help continue to reduce and slow the
spread of coronavirus.”
He added that the re-opening of WRCs is in response to changes to
Welsh Government (WG) regulations and that Pembrokeshire had
worked closely with WG and other local authorities on the new
guidelines.
WRCs will be re-opening under normal summer opening hours,
namely opening seven days a week.
To pre-book a slot at a Waste and Recycling Centre, please go
online at: www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/waste-bookings
If you don’t have internet access, please phone the
Pembrokeshire County Council’s contact centre on 01437 764551.
For the latest information visit the Council’s website:
www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/coronavirus
Education
South Hook delivers vital safety lessons to Pembrokeshire children
PEMBROKESHIRE’S CRUCIAL CREW event returned earlier this month, delivering essential safety lessons to year six pupils from across the county.
Now in its 31st year, Wales’ longest-running Crucial Crew programme hosted nearly 1,300 children from 44 schools at Scolton Manor Park’s Barn – the event’s first time at this venue. The initiative, organised by Pembrokeshire County Council’s Road Safety Team, is supported by South Hook LNG Terminal.
Since its inception in 1993, more than 40,000 Pembrokeshire schoolchildren have taken part in the interactive workshops designed to teach critical safety skills. Aimed at year six pupils, the programme continues to play a key role in preparing children for a safer future as they transition to secondary school.
Covering a wide range of everyday scenarios, the workshops provide guidance on water, fire, road, and rail safety, as well as school bus evacuation, electrical hazards, internet safety, and handling dogs. The programme also addresses serious topics such as domestic violence. Through these hands-on scenarios, children develop practical knowledge that can stay with them for life.
Hamad Al Samra, General Manager of South Hook LNG Terminal, expressed pride in supporting the initiative: “Having backed Crucial Crew for the past fifteen years, we are incredibly proud to continue our involvement in a programme that teaches our children such diverse and valuable safety skills. Our thanks to all the dedicated individuals from various agencies who make this event possible.”
Cllr Rhys Sinnett, Cabinet Member for Residents’ Services, echoed this sentiment: “Pembrokeshire County Council is proud to be a partner in this fantastic scheme, supporting our young people to be safer now and in the future. We are grateful for the commitment of everyone involved in delivering Crucial Crew.”
This year’s event featured contributions from key organisations, including:
- Pembrokeshire Domestic Abuse Services
- Road Safety and School Transport teams
- National Grid and Network Rail
- Welsh Ambulance Service
- Dyfed Powys Police
- Mid and West Wales Fire Service
- John Burns Foundation
- HM Coastguard and the RNLI
Charity
Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society donate £1,400 to all-Wales charity
WALES AIR AMBULANCE has continued to benefit from being the chosen charity of Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society’s president Adam Thorne.
Throughout the year the society has come together to raise much-needed funds for the Wales Air Ambulance.
Adam chose the Wales Air Ambulance Charity because of how valuable the service is to the rural and farming community in West Wales.
Following a successful harvest festival service and pre-Pembrokeshire County Show service, donations were made towards the charity of £1,400.
Wales Air Ambulance is consultant-led, taking hospital-standard treatments to the patient and, if required, transferring them directly to the most appropriate hospital for their illness or injury. For the patient, this can mean hours saved when compared to standard care and is proven to greatly improve survival and early recovery.
This advanced critical care includes the ability to administer anaesthesia, deliver blood transfusions and conduct minor operations, all at the scene of an incident.
As a pan-Wales service, its dedicated crews, regardless of where they are based, will travel the length and breadth of the country to deliver emergency lifesaving care.
The Wales Air Ambulance needs to raise £11.2 million every ensure to keep its helicopters in the air and its rapid response vehicles on the road.
Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society’s fundraising journey will continue, with a carol concert on 16 December and a luncheon in February.
Mike May, the Charity’s Regional Fundraising Manager for West Wales said: “Firstly a huge thank you to President Adam Thorne for picking our Charity as Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society’s Charity of the Year. Thank you to everyone who has helped to raise the funds and will continue to assist with fundraising events for Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society.
“The Charity relies on donations, like these to be able to continue to provide our lifesaving service for the people of Wales. We hope the up and coming concert and luncheon is just as successful as their previous fundraisers.”
Business
Millin Brook Luxury Dog Boarding wins three top industry awards
MILLIN BROOK Luxury Dog Boarding, a family-run business in Wiston, has received three major industry awards this year, cementing its place as a leader in pet care services.
The first accolade came in September when the business was named Business Service of the Year at the PetQuip Awards. Co-owner Sian Smith said: “We are absolutely thrilled to have been awarded Business Service of the Year. We put our heart and soul into providing the highest possible level of service to our wonderful clients, and it’s great to have this recognised by industry experts.”
THE UK’S BEST
On November 7, Millin Brook was crowned Best Kennels in the UK at the Pet Industry Federation (PIF) Awards. These awards, which celebrate excellence across the pet care sector, saw Millin Brook score highly in customer satisfaction.
Nigel Baker, CEO of the Pet Industry Federation, said:
“Millin Brook particularly impressed the judges. They scored very highly on their customer satisfaction scores.”
Co-owner Dave Smith added: “This is the biggest accolade we can receive in the pet industry, and we are so very proud.”
A LONDON CELEBRATION
The year was rounded off on November 21, when Millin Brook won the Kennel and Home Boarding category at the Dog Friendly Awards, held at the Kennel Club in Mayfair, London.
Mrs Smith reflected on the occasion, saying: “It is such a beautiful venue and full of history. Following the award ceremony, we were treated to a fabulous spread of afternoon tea. One of the highlights was meeting Ted, the dog from Gone Fishing. We finished the day with a tour around the Kennel Club museum and enjoyed a few celebration drinks.”
These three awards highlight Millin Brook’s commitment to providing outstanding pet care and confirm its status as a standout name in the UK pet industry.
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