News

Milford Haven: Port’s role highly valued by businesses and communities

Published

8 years ago

October 19, 2016

milford-haven-port-authority THE PORT of Milford Haven’s role as a champion attracting new trade and investment to Pembrokeshire is widely supported by businesses and the public according to a new survey released today (Oct 19).

Whilst the Port’s key roles of ensuring safety of shipping and preventing pollution were expected to be widely understood and endorsed, an encouraging 85% of respondents also recognised its role reinvesting profits into the business to promote economic prosperity and create jobs in the county.

Andy Edwards, board director and chairman of the Port’s Stakeholder Accountability Committee welcomed the results. “This represents strong acknowledgement among people in Pembrokeshire of the work the Port does.

“Our role ensuring safe navigation and looking after the interests of waterway users has always been widely known and understood. However we are proud of our role as a catalyst for economic growth in the region” he continued. “We are very pleased that role is so widely endorsed by the people who matter: our stakeholders who live and work around the waterway.”

Elsewhere in the survey, carried out by Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum, there was wide backing for the Port to invest in sea based tourism (80%) and manage recreation on the Milford Haven Waterway (77%). There was also a large increase in the numbers of people aware of the community work that the Port does (up from 24% in 2009 to 75% in 2016).

“There is plenty of useful feedback in this year’s survey,” continued Andy.

“Whilst 94% of our stakeholders believe we are average, good or very good at looking after shipping, 54% believe we are doing an average, good or very good job in promoting land-based tourism.

“39% were unsure of our performance in this area and whilst we are working hard to promote Milford Haven as a great tourism destination within Pembrokeshire, we clearly have work to do to make a bigger difference. We are conscious that our redevelopment plans for Milford have been talked about for some time.

“But now, after a lot of work behind the scenes talking directly to the market, they’re starting to gain momentum. Getting agreements from businesses like Costa strengthens our own confidence that the Milford Waterfront development will have a positive impact on the economy of Milford Haven in the near future.”

Crime

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

Published

24 hours 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.

Mark your calendars and join the excitement as Milford Haven celebrates the season in style!