News

Penally Camp and Firing Range to close, say Penally Community Council

Published

2 years ago

November 26, 2022

PENALLY COMMUNITY COUNCIL says it has discovered that both Penally camp and firing range are to permanently close in the near future.

The Chair of Penally Community Council, Cllr Sarah Snow said has asked the MoD to make a formal announcement to the local community and provide further information, however this is yet to happen.

Cllr Sarah Snow said this week: “We appreciate the firing range and camp may no longer be suitable for use by the MoD, however local people will be rightly concerned about the future of this land.
“We will therefore continue to work closely with Phil Kidney, our county councillor, to ensure that local people are kept informed and would welcome further communication from the MoD for the same reason”.

Rooms in the camp were said to be too small for social distancing (Pic: Camp user)

Amongst a lot of controversy, Penally Camp was used to hold asylum seekers from September 2020 until March 21, 2021.

Asylum seekers were no longer sent to Penally Camp following an inspection that stated the conditions in the camp were “rundown”, “impoverished” and “unsuitable for long-term accommodation”.

An asylum seeker who was housed at the camp said living there was the “worst thing to happen to me” since he left Syria.

The former Masters student also claimed he was shouted at by some staff.
Clearsprings Group, which managed the site on behalf of the Home Office, said at the time that the company was “very concerned” by the accusations.

He said his health suffered because of “poor conditions” at the camp, including having no heating in his room for more than a fortnight.
“We couldn’t sleep because we were six in the room, without privacy, without comfort, with a lot of noise,” he said.

Crime

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

Published

23 mins 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

14 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

14 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!