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Crimestoppers launches campaign to tackle domestic abuse against women

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6 months ago

July 2, 2025

CRIMESTOPPERS has launched a new campaign across Wales aimed at tackling domestic abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG). Running from 2 to 23 July, the initiative seeks to raise awareness of these serious crimes and encourage the public to report concerns safely and anonymously.

The charity says the campaign is especially important during busy summer sporting events, when tensions at home can increase. It will run across social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, highlighting the signs of abuse and the ways people can speak up without fear.

Hayley Fry, Wales Regional Manager for Crimestoppers, said:
“Summer should be a time for joy, not fear. No one should have to suffer in silence, and we want people across Wales to know they can speak up about domestic abuse or violence against women and girls completely anonymously. We never ask for names or take any personal details, and calls and online reports can’t be traced. By coming together and looking out for one another, we can help protect those at risk and make our communities safer.”

Key messages from the campaign include:

Domestic abuse and VAWG are serious crimes that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or background
Sporting events can be a trigger for increased incidents—know the signs and don’t ignore them
Crimestoppers guarantees 100% anonymity for anyone reporting information, online or by phone
Your information could help save a life

Anyone with information about domestic abuse or violence against women and girls can contact Crimestoppers anonymously at crimestoppers-uk.org or call 0800 555 111. You will never be asked for your name or any personal details, and your information will never be traced.

About Crimestoppers:
Crimestoppers is an independent charity that enables people to report crime anonymously. Since 1988, it has received over 2.2 million actionable reports, leading to more than 151,000 arrests and charges. More than £367 million worth of illegal drugs and £139 million in stolen goods have been recovered thanks to information shared with the charity.

Its youth arm, Fearless, empowers young people to report crime through education and anonymous online reporting at fearless.org.

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Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

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3 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

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1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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1 day ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)