News
Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn publishes 2022-23 Annual Report
DYFED-POWYS POLICE and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Dafydd Llywelyn has published his latest annual report which covers the period from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023 and shines a light on the progress made against the priorities of the 2021-25 Police and Crime Plan.
The publication provides updates on key projects and initiatives that the PCC and his office work on in partnership with a range of agencies at local and national level to ensure there is a unified approach to preventing and reducing crime. The report also includes performance information relating to the three priority areas adopted within the Police and Crime Plan. They are:
- Victims are supported
- Harm is prevented
- Our Justice System is more effective
In his Foreword, Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner, Dafydd Llywelyn, said: “2022-23 has been a challenging but productive year for everyone involved in Policing. This is the second year of delivering projects aligned to my key priorities from my 2021-25 Police and Crime Plan.
“The work has been done against the backdrop of ongoing financial pressures and low public confidence in policing across England and Wales.
“My office and I have worked hard, together with the Force, to ensure we are as efficient as we possibly can be, whilst always ensuring value for money and delivering highly effective services to those who need them.
“Working in partnership is a key priority for me. An effective justice system can only be delivered through working together across the public sector and with subject matter experts. As the local ‘Victims’ Champion’, listening and learning from the views of those who have had first-hand experience of the criminal justice system is critical as is the provision of effective services for victims. I am proud of the work of the Victims Engagement Forum and the way in which their feedback has been used to improve services over the year and I look forward to continuing, and indeed increasing such activity.
“Early interventions and problem- solving approaches are critical to preventing harm, hence my investment into a wide range
of prevention and diversion programmes throughout the Dyfed-Powys area.
“A notable highlight for me during the year was when we hosted the Knife Angel in Aberystwyth. Despite the Dyfed-Powys area being the safest in Wales and England with low levels of violent crime – particularly knife crime, we must recognise that we are not immune and the anti-violence and anti-aggression messages need to be heard.
“I am grateful for the positive engagement and collaboration which we have achieved with a number of partnerships across the Dyfed-Powys area which are all focused upon improving services for our local communities. I am confident that this partnership approach will continue over this coming year in order to further improve services.
“As we move forward, I would like to reiterate our commitment to building a safer, more resilient community for all. The 2022-23 Annual Report serves as a testament to our progress and reinforces our determination to fulfil the vision of a Dyfed-Powys of safe communities.
The 2022-23 Annual Report can be accessed on the Police and Crime Commissioner’s official website, https://bit.ly/AdroddiadBlynyddol22-23.
Crime
Jailed for breaching domestic violence protection order
AMY Woolston, 20, of Vine Road, Johnston, Pembrokeshire, has been sentenced to six weeks in prison for breaching a domestic violence protection order.
On 15th May 2024, Woolston was found in the company of a man in a flat at The Farmers Arms, Market Street, Whitland, in violation of the order issued by Llanelli Magistrates Court on 10th May 2024.
The court deemed the offence serious due to the proximity to the original order and a previous breach involving the same victim. Woolston was not in custody and appeared unrepresented in court. Her total sentence length is 18 weeks.
The case was dealt with in Haverfordwest court on May 16.
News
Lease of former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse approved
Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet has this week approved the transfer of the former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council.
The Cabinet approved a 21-year lease which will facilitate the Town Council’s plan to bring the premises back into use.
The future of the former Courthouse has been considered in detail, with the Town Council carrying out a public consultation on the community’s requirements, and the sites potential contribution to those local needs. The outcome of the consultation suggested that the local community wanted the building to be retained, refurbished and transformed into a multi- use centre.
Newcastle Emlyn Town Council intend to submit an application for funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund [UKSPF] in order to pay for the necessary restoration work. The funding is conditional upon the Town Council having a lease of sufficient term on the premises.
Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Resources, Cllr Alun Lenny commented: “The building as it currently stands is not needed for further use by the County Council and has been empty for some time. I welcome the Cabinet’s decision to approve the transfer of this asset to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council. The funding will ensure that the building is being used for the benefit of the town’s residents.
“This decision is in line with Carmarthenshire County Council’s Wellbeing Objectives: Enabling our communities and environment to be healthy, safe, and prosperous (Prosperous Communities).”
Crime
Teenagers fled from Pembroke RFC after setting spectators stand on fire
ON MONDAY (may 16) between the hours of 16:25 and 17:00, the spectators stand of Pembroke Rugby Football Club was deliberately set on fire, police have said.
Two males, aged between 17-19, fled from the club grounds immediately after the smoke plumes were noticed.
Both males were on dark framed push bikes and wearing dark coloured hooded jumpers.
Officers are asking if anyone who has any information or has witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area around these times, is asked to contact police either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.
Quote reference: 24000446140
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.
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