News

Paul Davies Joins Coastal Walk Fundraiser for Crohn’s and Colitis

Published

5 years ago

August 13, 2021

PRESELI Pembrokeshire Senedd Member Paul Davies has joined local campaigner Abby Bryan to help raise vital funds for Crohn’s and Colitis UK.

Abby Bryan, from Haverfordwest is walking all 186 miles of the Pembrokeshire coastal path in a bid to raise funds for the charity. Abby, who has lived with Ulcerative Colitis for nineteen years, is hoping to raise awareness of the condition and raise money to support the work of Crohn’s and Colitis UK. Mr Davies joined Ms Bryan on the coastal path from Strumble Head to Goodwick.

Mr Davies said, “Abby is raising money for such a worthwhile cause and I was more than happy to get involved and help spread the word. Sadly, many people living with Crohn’s and Colitis have hidden symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain, insomnia, stomach cramps and poor mental health.

Therefore, it’s really important to help raise awareness of the condition and hopefully raise some money along the way. Abby has been a fantastic ambassador for the charity and I was privileged to take part by walking some of the path with her. She’s continuing her efforts over the coming weeks and if you’d like to donate or get involved, then please visit Abby’s fundraising page at – https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Abby-Bryan2?utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR3IPZYzVE8bGNZXeiy8jqQBJxSNyRVod1jO8NWFzvI_fy9SpJcRS5-wG_8.”

Abby commented “I am grateful to Paul for joining me on my walk and was glad we got to enjoy the beautiful Pembrokeshire coast. Crohn’s and Colitis are bowel diseases which many people feel uncomfortable talking about, but can have a major impact on everyday life.

“My aim is not only to raise much needed funds for the charity, but to also help increase awareness of the challenges that those living with the conditions face.

“With Covid affecting access to public toilets over the last 18 months, it is really important that people better understand some of the issues, such as urgent need to use the toilet, that are a result of having these lifelong chronic conditions. Crohn’s and Colitis UK undertake an excellent job of working with politicians to raise awareness and offering support to those diagnosed with the conditions.”

Crime

Accused Milford Haven rapist to stand trial at Crown Court

Published

10 minutes ago

June 23, 2026

Sarah Jane Absalom

A MILFORD HAVEN man has appeared before magistrates accused of rape and sexual assault.

James Kershaw, 46, is charged with raping a woman in Milford Haven between February 1, 2013, and March 31, 2014.

He also faces a charge of sexually assaulting a female over the age of 13 by penetration with his finger between December 1 and December 30, 2012.

Kershaw appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jun 23) by video link and denied both charges.

Due to the seriousness of the allegations, magistrates declined jurisdiction and sent the case to Swansea Crown Court, where Kershaw is due to appear for a pre-trial hearing on July 24.

He was released on conditional bail, with the sole condition that he must not contact the complainant.

News

Bus overturns in major incident near Kidwelly

Published

2 hours ago

June 23, 2026

Tom Sinclair

All passengers rescued as emergency services remain at scene

A BUS overturned on the A484 between Kidwelly and Ferryside on Tuesday (Jun 23), prompting a major emergency response and lengthy road closures.

The incident happened shortly after 12:20pm near the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs.

Emergency services, including firefighters from Kidwelly, Carmarthen and Tumble, were sent to the scene following reports of a serious collision involving the bus.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that all passengers were safely removed from the vehicle.

A spokesperson said: “All passengers have been safely removed from the bus and are receiving appropriate care.”

A rest centre has been established at the John Burns Centre in Kidwelly, where welfare arrangements are being made for those involved.

The scale of the incident led Dyfed-Powys Police to declare a major incident earlier in the day, with officers urging members of the public to avoid the area.

The A484 remains closed between the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog while emergency services continue their response and carry out investigations into the cause of the crash.

Police, ambulance and fire crews remain at the scene.

Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes and are warned that the road is expected to remain closed for a considerable time.

Emergency services have also issued advice for drivers caught in congestion during the hot weather, urging people to stay hydrated, keep vehicles ventilated and never leave children, vulnerable adults or pets inside parked vehicles.

The cause of the incident has not yet been confirmed.

The Herald will provide further updates as more information becomes available.

News

Major incident declared after bus crash in Carmarthenshire

Published

4 hours ago

June 23, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Emergency services at scene as A484 closed near Parc y Bocs

A MAJOR incident has been declared in Kidwelly following a collision involving a bus.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers were dealing with the incident on the A484 near the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs.

The road has been closed between the Kidwelly roundabout and Llandyfaelog, and motorists are being urged to find alternative routes.

Emergency services are at the scene, and members of the public have been asked to stay away from the area until further notice.

A Dyfed-Powys Police spokesperson said: “Officers are dealing with a major incident in Kidwelly, following a report of a collision involving a bus on the A484 near the Kidwelly roundabout.

“The road is closed between the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog, and motorists are asked to find alternative routes.

“Emergency services are on scene and members of the public are asked to stay away from the area until further notice.”

More information is expected to follow.