News

Temporary weather mast to be installed on Angle Peninsula

Published

4 years ago

February 16, 2021

James Hemingray

PLANNING consent has been given for a temporary met mast to be installed on the Angle Peninsula.

The mast, which will be used to study offshore wind speed in the Celtic Sea, is due to be deployed in early March.

It will be sighted on the old airfield, 0.5 km inland of East Pickard Bay, for a duration of 15 months.

The project is being delivered by Blue Gem Wind, the joint venture between Total, one of the world’s largest energy companies, and Simply Blue Energy, a Celtic Sea sustainable blue economy developer.

David Jones, Stakeholder Manager, said, “The met mast will provide wind speed and other weather related data so we can better understand the wind resource of the Celtic Sea. This important data will enable us to optimise the design of potential offshore floating wind projects in the region. Once the data has been collected the mast will be removed.”

The met mast and onshore monitoring equipment is provided by local supplier Solar Wheel and is an essential part of understanding the wind resource in the Celtic Sea.

Lucy Bywaters, Project Manager at Solar Wheel said: “As a small family-run company from Brechfa, Carmarthenshire, we are delighted to be working with Blue Gem Wind. We have been delivering wind data solutions since 1990 and look forward to providing information that could help progress Wales’ first floating offshore wind projects.”

Independent studies suggest that there is between 15-50 GW of floating offshore wind capacity that could be developed in the Celtic Sea making the area and floating wind technology, a key tool in climate change mitigation.

Blue Gem Wind is focussed on developing floating wind in the Celtic Sea using a stepping stone approach.

The first proposed project, Erebus, will provide enough green energy for approximately 90,000 homes per year.

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Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

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2 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

15 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

15 hours ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!