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Pembrokeshire County Council Leader’s coronavirus update (Jan 15)

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5 years ago

January 15, 2021

PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Leader, Councillor David Simpson, has provided a further coronavirus update for Friday, January 15, as follows:

‘Welcome to my weekly update, I hope you are all well and staying safe

‘This week I want to reach out and thank everyone that has been adhering to the guidance to stay at home and exercise from your house.

‘I really do appreciate that these restrictions are affecting our lives but they are in place for a reason – to protect everyone one of us and to protect our NHS.

‘I’m aware of so many people that have not seen their family for months.

‘The vast majority of people are following the rules and it is important that is recognised.

‘The sacrifices we are all making is hard but necessary, so thank you for being considerate and staying safe

‘We are now all aware of how quickly the virus is spreading and the new strain is impacting far more on our lives than last year – so we all need to take extra care and look after ourselves.

‘Every day we all have to make a decision. Every day we have to decide whether our journeys are essential and necessary.

‘I want to remind everyone that it is not permitted to drive to an area to exercise – exercise should be done from home.

‘We are aware that some ‘hot spots’ are seeing high volume of people.

‘Remember, these locations will be there when we get out of lockdown for you to enjoy – now is not the time to visit.

‘If you need to go out, plan your journey to minimise the interaction with others to stop the spread of the virus.

‘The vaccine roll out is a leap forward, however, this will take time and we need to keep doing what is right for our families and communities.

‘Please keep up to date with our news and updates by visiting our website https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/resident or following us on Twitter and Facebook – our social media messages and articles will keep you updated.

‘I’m very pleased to see that more people are now linked up with the Authority through My Account and connecting with us through our social media sites – thank you.

‘On a personal note I want to conclude this week by saying a huge thank you to those of you who are working together to reduce the spread of the virus.

‘However, there are some people that are still not following the guidance. To those people I would say: Please ask yourselves some simple questions

Am I doing the right things?
Am I helping to fight this virus?
Can I do more to stop the virus spreading?

Remember
Stay at home
Work from home if you can
Wash Your Hands regularly
Wear a mask when required

‘If you have Covid symptoms then you need to be tested. Call 119 to arrange a test or go to https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test

‘Please everyone – stay safe, look after yourselves and stay home.’

‘

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.