News

Environment enforcement to re-commence in Pembrokeshire next week

Published

6 years ago

July 7, 2020

AS PART of the County Council’s commitment to keep Pembrokeshire looking clean and beautiful, environmental enforcement will start once again on Monday, July 13.

“We know from residents and visitors how important it is for their local area to be clean, free from litter and dog fouling, and a pleasant place to live,” said Cllr Cris Tomos, Cabinet Member for the Environment, Public Protection and the Welsh Language.

“That is why we are re-commencing enforcement as lockdown and travelling restrictions ease.”

From Monday, the Council’s partners District Enforcement will be operating throughout the County in accordance with Covid-19 risk assessments.

They will be patrolling open spaces which the public have access to – including streets and parks – and anyone seen littering or failing to pick up after their dog will be issued with a fixed penalty notice of £150 (reduced to £75 if paid within 10 days).

“Now that we are set to be out and about more often, we would urge everyone to help look after our environment by putting their litter in a bin or taking it home with them to dispose of – particularly if bins are full,” said Cllr Tomos.

The District Enforcement officers will also be operating on the County’s beaches to ensure that by-laws are being followed.

Although dogs are welcome on more than 50 of Pembrokeshire’s beaches in the summer, from 1st May to 30th September some of the more popular bathing beaches have dog restricted areas (this includes Poppit, Newgale, Broad Haven North, Dale, Lydstep, Tenby South, Saundersfoot and Amroth).

On two beaches, Whitesands and Tenby North to include Harbour Beach, the restriction covers the whole of the beach. The beach at Coppet Hall has a voluntary dog restriction. Guide dogs are welcome on Pembrokeshire’s beaches all year round.

There are notice boards on all of the dog restricted beaches above, with full details of the by-laws and maps of the restricted areas.

A fixed penalty notice of £75 will be issued for dogs in the restricted areas – other than Guide dogs.

Pembrokeshire County Council’s partnership with District Enforcement has now been in place for two years. Cllr Tomos said the partnership and the by-laws are part of the Council’s continuing commitment to improve the local environment for the benefit of everyone.

“We would encourage people to be dispose of their litter responsibly and to be compliant with the by-laws in place,” he added.

Local Government

Armed Forces flag flies over County Hall

Published

1 hour ago

June 23, 2026

Tom Sinclair

THE ARMED FORCES flag is flying proudly at County Hall this week ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday, June 27.

Leader of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr Tessa Hodgson, and the Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Simon Hancock were among those who marked the flag raising on Monday morning (June 22).

Also present were the Chairman of Council, Cllr Delme Harries, the Chief Executive, Will Bramble and the Regional Armed Forces Covenant Liaison Officer, Hayley Edwards.

Cllr Hancock said: “It is always a very proud moment to see the Armed Forces Flag flying over County Hall.

“Armed Forces Day is a chance to show our deep appreciation for the men and women who serve, as well as the families and communities who support them.

“Our county has a rich history of connection with the Armed Forces, and we are proud to uphold and strengthen that bond.

“As a Council we are committed to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community in Pembrokeshire receive the recognition and support they truly deserve and we are proud to be a Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award holder.”

Crime

Accused Milford Haven rapist to stand trial at Crown Court

Published

2 hours ago

June 23, 2026

Sarah Jane Absalom

A MILFORD HAVEN man has appeared before magistrates accused of rape and sexual assault.

James Kershaw, 46, is charged with raping a woman in Milford Haven between February 1, 2013, and March 31, 2014.

He also faces a charge of sexually assaulting a female over the age of 13 by penetration with his finger between December 1 and December 30, 2012.

Kershaw appeared before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (Jun 23) by video link and denied both charges.

Due to the seriousness of the allegations, magistrates declined jurisdiction and sent the case to Swansea Crown Court, where Kershaw is due to appear for a pre-trial hearing on July 24.

He was released on conditional bail, with the sole condition that he must not contact the complainant.

News

Bus overturns in major incident near Kidwelly

Published

3 hours ago

June 23, 2026

Tom Sinclair

All passengers rescued as emergency services remain at scene

A BUS overturned on the A484 between Kidwelly and Ferryside on Tuesday (Jun 23), prompting a major emergency response and lengthy road closures.

The incident happened shortly after 12:20pm near the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs.

Emergency services, including firefighters from Kidwelly, Carmarthen and Tumble, were sent to the scene following reports of a serious collision involving the bus.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that all passengers were safely removed from the vehicle.

A spokesperson said: “All passengers have been safely removed from the bus and are receiving appropriate care.”

A rest centre has been established at the John Burns Centre in Kidwelly, where welfare arrangements are being made for those involved.

The scale of the incident led Dyfed-Powys Police to declare a major incident earlier in the day, with officers urging members of the public to avoid the area.

The A484 remains closed between the Kidwelly roundabout at Parc y Bocs and Llandyfaelog while emergency services continue their response and carry out investigations into the cause of the crash.

Police, ambulance and fire crews remain at the scene.

Motorists are being advised to find alternative routes and are warned that the road is expected to remain closed for a considerable time.

Emergency services have also issued advice for drivers caught in congestion during the hot weather, urging people to stay hydrated, keep vehicles ventilated and never leave children, vulnerable adults or pets inside parked vehicles.

The cause of the incident has not yet been confirmed.