News

Sunnybank consultation to end

Published

11 years ago

January 23, 2014

A CONSULTATION over controversial plans to end residential care at a Council-owned care home will end on Friday, January 31, 2014. Consultation with residents of Sunnybank in Narberth, their families, staff and other interested parties is currently under way.

The Council has claimed that the home is too costly to run and that it would cost £2.6m to improve facilities there.

When the matter was discussed by the Council’s Older Persons’, Health and Wellbeing Scrutiny Committee in November local councillor Wynne Evans expressed his concern with regard to the future of Sunnybank. He told committee members that Sunnybank was a great asset to the town and surrounding area and referred to the well-being of the people who resided at Sunnybank as well as the effect on the staff who cared for the residents. Cllr Evans expressed the hope that the consultation would determine that the necessary modernisation of the building would be undertaken, so that the home could remain open, and this would attract further residents thereby ensuring that the facility would be available for future years.

Committee members questioned head of Adult Services Pam Marsden about the lack of investment in Sunnybank, bearing in mind what the Cabinet member with responsibility for the Adult Services, former Labour member Simon Hancock, told them about the extent of remedial works required to the home.

Ms Marsden told the committee that as she was relatively new in post she would not be able to comment as to why the lack of investment at the home however it would be hard to find the level of investment required with the current financial pressures. The consultation began last November and will run until 12 noon on 31st January.

Owned and managed by Pembrokeshire County Council, Sunnybank is one of two residential care homes for frail, older people in the county.

There is still time to give your views. You can complete the questionnaire at www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/haveyoursay or email [email protected] or telephone 01437 776000.

Crime

Mother admits to killing seven-year-old son in Haverfordwest

Published

1 day ago

November 22, 2024

Luke Sinclair

A mother has admitted to the manslaughter of her seven-year-old son at their home in Haverfordwest, citing diminished responsibility.

Papaipit Linse, 43, appeared at Swansea Crown Court on Friday (Nov 22), where she denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection with the death of her son, Louis Linse. Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC confirmed the manslaughter plea would be accepted, stating it “did not come as a surprise” to the prosecution.

The incident occurred on 10 January when police were called to a property on Upper Market Street. Louis was rushed to Withybush General Hospital but tragically died shortly afterwards.

During the hearing, Linse, who spoke only to confirm her name and enter her pleas, was informed that she would be sentenced on 13 December. Judge Paul Thomas KC described the case as “clearly a very sensitive as well as a very tragic case.”

The court was told that Linse is currently receiving treatment at the Caswell Clinic, a mental health facility in Bridgend. Psychiatric evidence is expected to be presented during the sentencing hearing to provide further insight into the circumstances surrounding the case.

Community

Council warns of icy conditions as temperatures drop

Published

2 days ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ROAD users in Pembrokeshire are being urged to exercise caution tonight as temperatures are forecast to dip below freezing.

Pembrokeshire County Council has announced that road surface temperatures could reach as low as -2°C, with the possibility of sleet or snow on higher ground. In response, precautionary salting of the county’s primary routes will be carried out this evening and overnight.

A spokesperson for the council said: “Road users are advised to take care if travelling on untreated roads.”

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead and drive carefully, particularly in areas that may not have been treated.

Stay tuned to The Herald for updates on road conditions and weather warnings.

Community

Stallholders wanted for Milford Haven Christmas Market

Published

2 days ago

November 21, 2024

Tom Sinclair

MILFORD HAVEN BUSINESS CIRCLE is calling for stallholders to join the town’s festive Christmas Market, set to bring holiday cheer on Friday, December 6, and Saturday, December 7, 2024.

The market will take place at the Lower Charles Street Car Park, promising a vibrant mix of stalls and attractions. Organizers are seeking a variety of vendors, including those offering gifts, children’s toys and games, food, cakes, flowers, and more.

There’s also an open invitation for someone with small children’s rides to add to the festive fun. A highlight of the event will be the Grinch’s Grotto, offering an entertaining twist to this year’s celebrations.

If you’re interested in having a stall, contact the Milford Haven Business Circle via email at [email protected] for more information.