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Pembrokeshire teacher shortlisted for Welsh learner of the year

Published

5 years ago

July 29, 2020

JAZZ LANGDON, a teacher from Tavernspite School is one of five applicants shortlisted for the AmGen Festival Welsh Learner of the Year.

The National Eisteddfod, BBC Radio Cymru and the National Centre for Learning Welsh have come together to host the competition which recognises people who make a special effort to learn Welsh.

Last year Jazz studied on the Welsh in the Year sabbatical course with Rhagoriaith and she hasn’t looked back since. She has continued on her journey embracing every opportunity to use and enjoy the Welsh language.

She said: “One of the reasons I wanted to learn Welsh was because I can see how important learning Welsh is to children and I want to inspire them.”

Jazz is now the Welsh co-ordinator at Tavernspite School and she’s looking forward to continuing to develop the use of Welsh at the school. She is also a member of Bella Voce choir and finds great satisfaction in understanding the meaning of the songs.

Catrin Phillips, Welsh Language Development Officer said “We are all very proud of Jazz’s achievement. She has learned the language to a very high standard and is passionate about transferring the same love of Welsh to her pupils. Jazz is certainly and inspiration to others. She has already tutored a Welsh course for other teachers in Pembrokeshire and we are very thankful to her for all her hard work.”

Director for Education Steven Richards-Downes said “We are delighted that Jazz has received national recognition for continuing to develop her own skills as a lifelong learners. We wish Jazz every success in continuing to inspire learners in Tavernspite School and beyond.”

The winner will be announced in a special ceremony on Radio Cymru at 16:30 on Saturday, August 1.

Cllr Cris Tomos, Cabinet Member for the Environment and Welsh Language said: “It is great to hear of Jazz’s achievement to reach the final five on the pan-Wales shortlist of inspirational Welsh Learners 2020.

“It is clear that Jazz is very passionate about learning Welsh and is a true inspiration person.

“Pob Lwc Jazz and well done with what you have achieved.”

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Lanterns and balloons released in emotional acts of remembrance

FAMILY, friends and members of the local community came together to remember Corrina Baker at a series of moving events held across west Wales this week.

Corrina’s funeral took place on Monday (Dec 15), a month after her death, with a public service held at St Mary’s Church. Mourners lined the route as her coffin was carried on its final journey in an elegant horse-drawn carriage, before a private cremation later took place at Parc Gwyn crematorium in Narberth.

Later that evening, shortly after 6:00pm, friends and relatives gathered at the Quayside in Cardigan for the first of two acts of remembrance to celebrate her life. Lanterns were lit and released into the night sky above the town as some of Corrina’s favourite songs were played.

On Tuesday afternoon (Dec 16), a second tribute was held near the location where Corrina was found. Twenty-one pink balloons — one for each year of her life — were released into a clear blue sky, each carrying personal messages in her memory.

Floral tributes continue to be laid at the Netpool, while a GoFundMe appeal set up in Corrina’s memory has raised more than £2,300. She has been described by those who knew her as “funny and bright”.

Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ms Baker’s death is ongoing. A 29-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail while inquiries continue.

(Photos: Stuart Ladd/Herald)

Community

Six untaxed vehicles seized in Milford Haven police operation

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

SIX untaxed and abandoned vehicles were seized during a joint roads policing operation in Milford Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers from the Milford Haven Neighbourhood Policing and Prevention Team (NPPT) worked alongside the Pembrokeshire Roads Policing Team as part of targeted enforcement across the town.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a number of traffic offence reports were issued to drivers during the operation.

Police said the action formed part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and tackle vehicle-related offences in the Milford Haven area.

Community

Candlelit carol service brings community together in Milford Haven

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6 hours ago

December 17, 2025

Tom Sinclair

ST KATHARINE and St Peter’s Church in Milford Haven hosted its annual Candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, bringing together members of the community for a traditional celebration of Christmas.

The service featured readings from the Mayor of Milford Haven, representatives of the Soroptimists, Milford Haven Amateur Operatic Society, the Headteacher and Head Prefects of Milford Haven School, Milford Haven Town Band, and NCI Wooltack Point.

Music for the evening was provided by organist Seimon Morris, Milford Haven Town Band and the Milford Haven Cluster Band, whose performances added to the atmosphere of the candlelit service.

The Friends of St Katharine and St Peter’s Church thanked all those involved and wished the community a happy Christmas.