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PCC Leader’s update June 4 th – here’s to a busy Whitsun week:

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5 years ago

June 4, 2021

Hello everyone, hope you are enjoying the nice weather and Whitsun break. This week is Volunteers Week, 1 st June – 7 th June – and I want to thank all the people who give their time freely to volunteer and offer a helping hand in their community. While we have all done a fantastic job in supporting our communities during the pandemic I’m very aware of the great support offered by volunteers across the county – a true spirit of supporting each other. Volunteers have stepped forward from community groups, conservation, heritage, sports etc. – so a huge thank you to you all.

Last weekend and this week we have seen a huge increase in people enjoying and exploring our county. Our car parks have been full, litter bins emptied, toilets cleaned, streets swept, beaches kept clean to ensure we keep Pembrokeshire safe, clean and welcoming to all. I want to personally thank all our officers out on the ground – they have done a fantastic job as usual and appreciated by all.

To support our officers I ask you all to consider taking your rubbish home, please recycle, and plan ahead – it’s important that we all work together as our communities reopen and rebuild after the lockdown period.

This week I have received numerous comments on how wonderful Pembrokeshire is as a county and what a great place to live and visit – this always puts a smile on my face and I fully agree Pembrokeshire is a fabulous county that we all should be proud off.

Golden beaches, places to explore, great communities and fantastic walks – why do you love Pembrokeshire?

Next week is Carers Week, where we will recognise the vital work of carers and highlight the support available. This annual campaign will raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities across the UK. The role that carers play in our society is invaluable and must not be under-estimated. Carers Week is the perfect time to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible efforts of carers day in, day out.

Today the First Minister has announced amendments to the alert levels and road map – officers will now be reviewing the information.

So thank you once again for taking the time to read my update – it’s hard to believe we are in June already. I want to wish you all a lovely weekend.

Please take care and look out for those who need to support.

David Simpson
Leader of Pembrokeshire County Council

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

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10 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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10 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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10 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.