News

Plan looks at the year ahead

Published

12 years ago

June 4, 2014

council

PEMBROKESHIRE County Council has agreed its main objectives for the year ahead. Its Improvement Plan 2014/15 was agreed at a meeting of full Council on May 8. The plan outlines five main objectives for the Council over the coming year. They include:-

• Supporting schools to improve children and young people’s education results.

• Building the capacity of schools to support vulnerable children

• Helping to deliver schemes to improve the viability and vitality of the County’s town centres. • Increasing the proportion of recycled waste to cut down the amount of waste sent to landfill.

• Reorganising adult care services to improve efficiency.

The Leader of the Council, Councillor Jamie Adams said the years ahead would be extremely challenging as the council would have to make further significant savings to reflect reduced funding from the Welsh Government. “We will try to protect front line services as far as we are able however achieving this target will involve taking tough decisions,” he said. “We remain committed to maintaining good value for money and our Band D council tax for 2014-2015 is £766.55, which is more than £250 below the average for Wales.” The annual Improvement Plan complements the County’s Single Integrated Plan – the most important strategic document for the County, which is compiled by the County Council and partner organisations such as the police and health board. Copies of the Improvement Plan can be found at Council Offices across the County or by logging onto the Council’s website: www. pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Crime

Stolen vehicle investigation after late-night crash in Waterston

Published

13 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

A VEHICLE involved in a late-night single-vehicle crash in Waterston, Milford Haven, is believed to have been stolen, police have confirmed.

Dyfed-Powys Police said officers received a report of the collision at around 11:55pm on Sunday (May 17).

The vehicle was recovered at approximately 1:15am on Monday (May 18), but nobody was found at the scene.

Following enquiries, police established that the vehicle had reportedly been stolen at some point during Sunday evening.

Officers said enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

News

Labour names Senedd spokesperson team after election defeat

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37 minutes ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Ken Skates says group will focus on holding new Welsh Government to account

INTERIM Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates has unveiled the party’s Senedd spokesperson team following its defeat in the recent election.

Mr Skates will act as interim leader of Welsh Labour and spokesperson for health, care and national security.

He said the Labour group would draw on “extensive experience” while bringing “fresh energy and ideas” to its work in opposition.

The party said its Senedd group was committed to holding the new Welsh Government to account and pushing for practical results for the people of Wales.

Jayne Bryant MS has been appointed spokesperson for housing, communities, public and preventative health, with women’s health also included in her brief.

Mike Hedges MS will cover culture, sport, local government and legislation.

Vikki Howells MS becomes Chief Whip and spokesperson for environment, farming, energy and transport. Her portfolio also includes planning.

Lynne Neagle MS has been named Business Manager and spokesperson for children, education and lifelong learning.

Shav Taj MS will cover employment, equalities and economic transformation, including social partnership.

Huw Thomas MS has been appointed spokesperson for finance, democracy, citizenship and the Welsh language. Regional and city deals will also fall within his brief.

Welsh Labour said Sarah Murphy’s portfolio will be announced when she returns from maternity leave.

A photo call with the Welsh Labour Senedd Group is due to take place in Cardiff Bay on Tuesday (May 19), although no interviews will be available.

News

Welsh Secretary holds first call with new First Minister

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1 hour ago

May 18, 2026

Tom Sinclair

Jo Stevens and Rhun ap Iorwerth discuss poverty, public services, clean energy, steelmaking and economic growth

WELSH Secretary Jo Stevens has held her first call with Wales’ new First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth following the recent Senedd election.

The call took place today, Monday (May 18), with Ms Stevens congratulating Mr ap Iorwerth on Plaid Cymru’s election results and his appointment as First Minister.

The Welsh Secretary said it was important for the UK and Welsh Governments to work constructively together on shared priorities.

Those issues include the cost of living, poverty, public services, economic growth and the delivery of clean energy infrastructure in Wales.

Ms Stevens also raised the importance of collaboration on Welsh steelmaking and the transition at Port Talbot, as well as growth funds, defence and national security.

The conversation follows a call last week between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the new First Minister, during which Mr Starmer also congratulated him on his appointment.

The Prime Minister has offered to meet Mr ap Iorwerth in person in June to discuss shared issues and priorities.