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Hakin: Council confirms siting of homeless pods at former Hubberston School site
PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL have confirmed reports in The Herald last week that they have decided to provide homeless accommodation in Hakin.
The council said that the scheme was in response to rising numbers of homeless people in the local area.
The Authority confirmed that they have secured Welsh Government funding in November 2020 to purchase eight pre-constructed ‘pods’ which will provide temporary accommodation on the site of a former school in Hubberston, Milford Haven – a location where there are future plans to build permanent social housing. A meeting was held earlier this week with local county councillors to discuss the siting of these pods.
The pre-fabricated temporary pods incorporate disabled access and are made from adapted shipping containers that include two units of one-bedroom self-contained accommodation with a living/kitchen/dining area and separate bathroom. The pods can be temporarily located at the Hubberston site under planning permitted development allowance for a period of 12 months.
Local authorities have a statutory responsibility to offer homes to anyone without one. Currently within Pembrokeshire there is shortage of one bedroom residences and lockdown has seen a sharp rise in numbers of people needing that kind of accommodation. The unsustainable emergency response is currently to place those in need in three B&B’s/guesthouses across the county which will at some point in the future be returned to use as holiday accommodation as Covid restrictions ease and tourism returns to the county.
The eight Pods will go a small way to provide a temporary solution to those who need one bedroom accommodation, and are expected to be in place at the end of July whereupon the authority will invite the local community to attend open days to view the pods and speak with PCC Housing officers.
The Pods are then expected to be filled in September. Alongside the offer of safe accommodation, we will also provide support to those who have been placed there to enable them to transition to permanent accommodation. The authority has also recently co-funded the purchase of two smaller pods in partnership with Milford based Nantucket Church and Pembrokeshire Care Society. This initiative has been well received and supported by the immediate Nantucket community.
Cabinet Member for Housing Cllr Michelle Bateman said: “It’s great to be able to respond to the growing need for homeless accommodation in Pembrokeshire. We welcome the trialling of these pods following receipt of the grant funding and we would like to invite the local community to come and see the Pods for themselves before we start to allocate people to live short term in these brilliant spaces.”
Locals have contacted this newspaper concerned over lack of consultation and the possibility of increased crime in the area such as happened in Johnston recently with The Silverdale Inn.
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Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
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