News

Man dies at Pembrokeshire-linked recycling centre

Published

5 months ago

July 10, 2024

POLICE have initiated an investigation following the death of a man at a recycling centre in Cardiff. Emergency services responded to reports of an injured individual at the Atlantic Recycling site on Newton Road on Monday afternoon ( Jul 8 ). The site is operated by the same firm which operates the controversial Withyhedge Landfill Site in Pembrokeshire.
The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, succumbed to his injuries, as confirmed by police later in the day. His family has been informed. On Tuesday afternoon, South Wales Police announced that a joint investigation with the Health and Safety Executive is now in progress to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Detective Sergeant Richard Hill of South Wales Police expressed his sympathy to the deceased man’s family. In a statement, he said, “We would like to offer our condolences to the family of the man who sadly lost his life. Our aim now, together with the Health and Safety Executive, is to carry out a robust investigation and establish the cause of this tragic incident.”
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service reported being called to the scene at 12:44 pm on Monday. Emergency services were understood to still be present at the site at approximately 8pm that evening.
The First Minister, Vaughan Gething, came under pressure in recent weeks after it was revealed he had accepted a £200,000 donation from Atlantic Recycling’s boss. As we reported at time, despite losing a vote of no confidence in the Senedd, Gething refused to step down. (𝑷𝒊𝒄: 𝑾𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝑵𝒆𝒘𝒔 𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆)

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Community

Pembrokeshire County Council launches festive info hub

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35 mins ago

December 3, 2024

Tom Sinclair

WITH the festive season fast approaching, Pembrokeshire County Council has made it easier than ever to access essential service updates for Christmas and New Year.

The council’s website now features an updated ‘Christmas in Pembrokeshire’ page, providing answers to key holiday queries such as bin collection schedules and free parking availability.

Residents can also find information about leisure centre and library opening times, winter driving tips, bus timetables, salting routes, and a guide to Christmas markets across the county.

The page includes reminders about recycling rules, including what can and cannot be recycled, as well as details on Christmas tree recycling services.

For everything you need to know this festive season, visit https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/christmas-in-pembrokeshire.

Crime

Motorist almost three times over drink limit

Published

49 mins ago

December 3, 2024

Sarah-Jane Absalom

A MOTORIST who was nearly three times over the drink-drive limit has been sentenced following a crash on the B4314 in Pendine.

Stuart Rickford, 43, was driving his Audi at 1:30pm on November 15 when he collided with another vehicle.

“There were no injuries, but when officers spoke to the defendant they had a strong smell of intoxicants,” Crown Prosecutor Linda Baker told the court.

A roadside breath test proved positive, and Rickford, of Beach Hotel, Marsh Road, Pendine, later gave a reading of 93 mcg of alcohol at the police station. The legal limit is 35.

Rickford pleaded guilty and was sentenced to a 12-month Community Order with 80 hours of unpaid work. He was disqualified from driving for 23 months and ordered to pay a £114 court surcharge and £85 costs.

Crime

Man jailed for threats at Withybush Hospital

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50 mins ago

December 3, 2024

Sarah-Jane Absalom

A HAVERFORDWEST man has been sentenced to seven days in custody after threatening to harm members of the public at Withybush Hospital.

Wayne Tydeman, 42, made threats while speaking to a community practice nurse following his release from a 24-week custodial sentence.

“He was on post-sentence supervision, and this is the first breach,” probation officer Julie Norman told the court.

Tydeman, of Dew Street, Haverfordwest, was remanded in custody and appeared via video link from Park Prison. His solicitor said his mental health had improved during his time in custody.

Judge Layton sentenced him to seven days in custody, warning: “If you fail to engage in the future, the sentence will be considerably longer.”