News
AM visits Audrey Johns

Visit: Local AM Paul Davies and Leader of the Welsh Conservatives Andrew R.T. Davies are pictured with Jane and George Johns
ASSEMBLY MEMBER Paul Davies has recently visited Audrey Johns Ltd, a local business in Neyland with Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew R.T. Davies to discuss some of the challenges facing businesses in Pembrokeshire.
Mr Davies said: “It was a pleasure to welcome Andrew to Pembrokeshire and to give him the opportunity to meet with Audrey Johns, which is a significant employer in the local area.
“Audrey Johns is a great example of a successful local business, which not only contributes to Pembrokeshire’s economy, but is looking at ways to expand its business in the future.”
“The visit was also an excellent opportunity for both Andrew and I to hear first-hand about some of the challenges facing businesses here in Pembrokeshire and some of the issues they deal with on a daily basis.
“It’s important that Governments at all levels are listening to business’ needs and that local businesses are supported to ensure their growth. I look forward to working with Audrey Johns and seeing the business develop further in the future.”
Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew RT Davies added: “I was delighted to visit Audrey Johns in Neyland – a true success story in the heart of Pembrokeshire.
“As both Jane and George demonstrated, the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and kicking across Wales and it is important the Government in Cardiff Bay listens to the challenges and issues being faced by businesses.
“The plans for expansion for Audrey Johns’ were hugely impressive and the more support and encouragement which can be offered to such businesses the better.”
Crime
Man wanted in connection with rape investigation has Pembrokeshire links
Police in Milford Haven and Neyland assisting Warwickshire officers in appeal to trace 23-year-old
MILFORD HAVEN and Neyland police have issued an appeal to help locate a man wanted in connection with a rape investigation.
Officers are assisting colleagues from Warwickshire Police, who are seeking information on the whereabouts of 23-year-old Rhys Trott in connection with a rape allegation in Nuneaton.
Police say Trott is believed to have links to the Milford Haven area of Pembrokeshire.
In a public appeal, Warwickshire Police said they are keen to trace Trott as part of ongoing enquiries.
Anyone who has seen him or has information about his whereabouts is urged to contact Warwickshire Police through their website or by quoting the relevant incident details.
Milford Haven and Neyland Police shared the appeal on social media on Tuesday (June 3), asking local residents to come forward with any information that may assist officers.
Photo caption:
Rhys Trott, 23, is wanted by Warwickshire Police in connection with a rape investigation and is believed to have links to Milford Haven (Pic: Warwickshire Police).
Community
Youth centre given colourful new look thanks to local firm
YOUNG people at a Haverfordwest youth centre have helped transform one of its rooms into a bright and welcoming space.
The Edge Youth Centre, Haverfordwest, has thanked W.B Griffiths & Son Ltd for supporting the painting and decorating project, which saw young people work alongside Chris, a painter and decorator from the company.

The project has given the room a colourful refresh, creating a cheerful space for young people using the centre.
Rabart Decorators Merchants, Pembroke Dock, also supported the work by supplying the colourful paints.
A spokesperson for The Edge Youth Centre said: “We’d like to extend a huge thank you to W.B Griffiths & Son Ltd for supporting us with the painting and decorating of one of the rooms at our Youth Centre.
“The young people were fortunate enough to work alongside Chris, a painter and decorator from W.B Griffiths & Son Ltd, to transform the room.

“Thanks to Chris and the young people’s hard work and enthusiasm, the space is now looking bright, welcoming, and cheerful.
“We’d also like to thank Rabart Decorators Merchants, Pembroke Dock, for generously supplying the colourful paints. Your support has helped create a vibrant room that young people can enjoy for years to come.”
The centre added: “Thank you both for your generosity and for helping us create such a positive space for our young people.”
Photo caption: Bright new look: Young people worked alongside W.B Griffiths & Son Ltd to refresh a room at The Edge Youth Centre, Haverfordwest.
News
MPs to examine impact of metal mine pollution in Wales
A PARLIAMENTARY committee is to hold an oral evidence session into the impact of metal mine pollution in Wales.
The Welsh Affairs Committee will examine the environmental and economic legacy of abandoned metal mines as part of its ongoing inquiry into Wales’ industrial past.
Abandoned metal mines continue to cause extensive pollution across Wales. Figures from the Mining Remediation Authority show around 1,300 sites are affecting water quality and ecology across more than 700km of watercourses.
The session, due to take place on July 1, will allow MPs to gather up-to-date evidence on the scale and consequences of the pollution, as well as what is being done on regulation, remediation and public transparency.
It will also examine progress made since a similar evidence session was held by the committee’s predecessor in the last Parliament.
Ruth Jones MP, Chair of the Welsh Affairs Committee, said: “While the extraction of metals such as zinc, lead and gold was once an important part of Welsh industry, the legacy of abandoned mines now poses a serious threat to the animal and plant life of our rivers, streams and lakes, and possibly even to human health.
“Our session will be exploring the scale and consequences of metal mine pollution and whether more can be done to tackle this ongoing environmental challenge.”
Ahead of the session, the committee is inviting written submissions on the human and environmental impacts of metal mine pollution, who should be responsible for tackling it, what progress has been made in recent years, and how affected communities can be supported.
It is also seeking views on how the public can make informed decisions about any risks from metal mine pollution, and what could happen if further action is not taken.
The Welsh Affairs Committee scrutinises the expenditure, administration and policies of the Wales Office, as well as UK Government policies that affect Wales.
The committee is not part of the Government, but is a House of Commons select committee with a role in holding ministers to account.
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