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Getting all local residents on full waste recycling scheme ‘could take two years’

Published

3 years ago

March 6, 2023

Bruce Sinclair - Local Democracy Reporter

PEMBROKESHIRE properties still not on the full waste recycling scheme are expected to be part of it in the next year or two, members of the council heard at their March 2 meeting.

In late 2019, Pembrokeshire introduced a colour-coded kerbside waste recycling system, with coloured different bags for different types of waste.

Some flats and estates in the county were initially exempt from the new, more complicated system, sticking to the previous options of orange recycling bags and black/grey normal waste bags.

Pembroke Monkton and St Mary South councillor Aaron Carey has questioned the fairness of the waste recycling system, saying that three years on some estates and flats are still not subject to the scheme.

He raised the issue in a submitted question at the March 2 meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council.

“Since the introduction of the kerbside collection policy introduced over three years ago, the majority of Pembrokeshire residents have done their part to fulfil their end of the deal.

“Since the merger of Monkton with Pembroke St Mary South I have had several residents asking why a large proportion of properties in Monkton are still on the old system (orange bags and unlimited number of black/grey bags collected).

“As far as I am aware, both the Monkton courts and Mount Estate [Milford Haven] are not required to put the same effort into their recycling as the rest of the county (with the exception of some communal flats in other areas).”

He asked three questions.

Does the leader/cabinet member agree that this is unfair on the majority of residents of Pembrokeshire who do recycle?

Why is this still the case after three years?

When will these estates and other areas be migrated to the kerbside system?

Responding, Rhys Sinnett, Cabinet Member for Community Services said a phased introduction of the kerbside recycling scheme was introduced in November 2019, initially covering some 94 per cent of the county’s households.

He said the Covid pandemic had led to some delays in rolling out the scheme, but an additional 1,300 properties were now on it, amounting to 96 per cent of the county.

Cllr Sinnett added: “Work continues to be undertaken in this area to complete the rollout of the remaining Phase 2 properties,” adding it was hoped this would be done in the next 12-24 months.

He finished by saying: “The system is as fair as possible for all residents in Pembrokeshire,” adding: “There is no one-size-fits -all approach that could be rolled out.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

8 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

Published

8 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

Published

8 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.