News

Delyth Evans: Crabb must step in to help Mustang creditors

Published

10 years ago

August 5, 2014

THE NEWLY appointed Secretary of State for Wales, Stephen Crabb, must step in to help local creditors following the collapse of boat building company Mustang Marine, according to Labour Parliamentary Candidate for South Pembrokeshire Delyth Evans.

In a new development, Milford Haven Port Authority Chairman Peter Jones has been asked by the UK Government to look into all aspects of the Port’s involvement with Mustang Marine and to report back to the Government with his findings. Ms Evans says this puts the ball firmly back in in the Port Authority’s court, and it is up to the new Welsh Secretary to ensure that decisive action is now taken on behalf of the creditors. “I am calling on Stephen Crabb in his new Cabinet role to ensure that the Port Authority takes responsibility for the debts owed to local businesses as 50% shareholders and as directors of Mustang Marine. The Port Authority must have known Mustang was in financial difficulties but allowed the company to carry on doing business with local firms when it did not have the money to pay them for their work. “Mr Crabb must understand that people’s livelihoods are at stake here. These local businesses are stakeholders in the Port Authority as a Trust Port, and their debts should be honoured by the Port.” It has been suggested that a Community Interest Company should be set up whereby the profits from the operation of the Dry Dock would be used to pay back local creditors. Ms Evans says this plan might come too late for some businesses. “I spoke to one of the creditors who was on his way to the bank to see if he could get an emergency loan to pay his workforce. This is how bad things have got because of the unpaid debts left by Mustang. Action needs to be taken now to stop these local businesses going to the wall.” Tel: 07780 6689390E: delyth. [email protected]. delythevans.org

Charity

Letterston dog show raises over £750 for local charities

Published

4 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON SUNDAY (Dec 22), Letterston Ring Craft successfully raised £755.55 for two Pembrokeshire-based charities during a fun dog show event. The funds were equally split between South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue and Letterston Memorial Hall.

The event featured a variety of well-attended classes, including child handling and fancy dress, drawing participation from dog enthusiasts of all levels.

This fundraiser marked the first charitable event supporting South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue. Founded and managed by Lizzy Austwick, the rescue organisation aids unwanted, feral, and sick cats across Pembrokeshire and responds to urgent cases in Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. The rescue provides neutering support for stray and feral cats, directs owners to available resources, and specialises in helping stray cats with severe injuries, raising essential funds for their care.

For assistance, Lizzy can be contacted via the rescue’s Facebook page or at 07575 131443.

Letterston Ring Craft welcomes new members interested in training and showing their dogs, from local companion shows to prestigious events like Crufts. The club meets every other Sunday in Letterston, and further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Looking ahead, the next fun dog show is scheduled for early next year and will support Belle’s Story Charity. For more information or to get involved, contact Gentle Lowe at 07956 653401.

Charity

£3,800 donated to services across Withybush Hospital

Published

6 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE CAMROSE VINTAGE WORKING DAY team has donated £3,800 to services across Withybush Hospital.

Their 37^th annual event raised a record breaking £25,000, which has now been distributed among 26 local charities.

They donated the funds to the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit and Heads Up! Hair Loss Initiative at Withybush Hospital. Each service received £950.

The Heads Up! initiative provides a person-centred, holistic hair loss service for cancer patients. It brings together healthcare and haircare professionals from local communities to give patients the knowledge and products needed to manage their hair loss with dignity and choice.

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you to Andrew, the team and the supporters of the Camrose Vintage Working Day for your generosity once again. Your donation to each service is amazing and will make a big difference. We are hugely grateful for your wonderful support.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Pictured above: Andrew James, Chairman of Camrose Vintage Working Day with Withybush Hospital staff from the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit, Heads Up! Hair Loss initiative.

Community

Neyland Community Christmas Lunch a festive success

Published

6 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL rolled up their sleeves to support this year’s Community Christmas Lunch, spreading festive cheer and warm hospitality to attendees on Christmas Day at the Alumchine.

Councillors Steve Campodonic, David Devauden, Steve Thomas, and Brian Rothero began their efforts as early as 7:30am, working tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.

The dedicated organisers, including Trish Campodonic, Pam, and Lloyd Hamilton, along with other volunteers, created a welcoming space filled with festive spirit and a delicious meal with all the trimmings.

The event brought together members of the community who might otherwise have spent the day alone, highlighting the warmth and generosity that Neyland is known for.