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Magistrates issue thousands of pounds worth of fines for lockdown breaches
A MAN who travelled from Swansea to Pembrokeshire to buy five sacks of potatoes has been fined for breaching Covid rules.
The 62-year-old was one of 14 people dealt with by magistrates on Tuesday (Oct 13) for breaches of The Health Protection (Coronavirus Restrictions) (Wales) Regulations 2020.
Other cases included a party-goer, a driver “out for a spin” and a Milford Haven woman, 29-year-old Nikki Shepherd, of Marble Hall Road, who refused to remove others from her home – she was ordered to pay £811.
The potato buyer, Robert John Coleman of Treborth, Swansea was among 14 fined, was ordered to pay £237.
All were caught by Dyfed-Powys Police between March and May, the potato buyer on April 9.
Some of the others ordered to pay £811 included:
• Man, 27, of Wirral, Merseyside, caught at a party in Newton, Powys
• Swansea woman, 22, who said she “just came out for a spin” on the A40 in Carmarthen
• An 18-year-old man from Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, who twice refused a police officer’s instruction to go home when he was with a group of other men
• A 38-year-old Wirral man who went “out for a drive” to Welshpool, Powys.
• A 29-year-old Milford Haven woman who refused a police officer’s order to remove people from her home
The payment is to be made up of £600 fine, £66 surcharge for the victims of crime and £85 costs to the Crown Prosecution Service.
Those also told to pay £237 included:
• A woman, 45, who left her West Midlands home to visit beaches in Borth and Clarach Bay in Ceredigion
• A 20-year-old man from Brecon, Powys, who was told on four consecutive days he was away from his home in the town “without reasonable excuse”
News
Tigers second division Cup Champions
In a thrilling Pembrokeshire Division Two Cup final under the floodlights of Bridge Meadow Stadium, fans witnessed an epic battle between Monkton Swifts reserves and Johnston. Despite Monkton Swifts reserves being touted as favorites, Johnston proved their mettle from the outset.
The game kicked off with a burst of energy as Johnston’s center half, Craig Bendall, seized an early opportunity to put his team ahead just ten minutes into the match. However, Monkton Swifts’ prolific Scotsman, Davis, swiftly responded with an equalizer, showcasing the resilience of the favourites.
The momentum shifted again when the dynamic duo of Alfie and Scott Crawford of Johnston orchestrated a beautifully executed goal, putting Johnston back in the lead at 2-1.
As the game progressed, Monkton Swifts brought in reinforcements, including Ben Steele, to regain control. Their efforts paid off when Jordan Kilby leveled the score at 2-2 with just under 20 minutes remaining.
But the Crawfords had other plans. Combining once more, Scott provided the assist for Alfie, who coolly finished to put Johnston ahead once again.
With time running out, Monkton Swifts launched a relentless onslaught in search of an equalizer. However, Johnston’s defense held firm, defying the odds to clinch the Division Two Cup title in a memorable victory.
The match showcased the passion and determination of both teams, with Johnston emerging as deserving champions in a fiercely contested final at Bridge Meadow Stadium.
Crime
Police investigating attempted burglary at Haverfordwest shop
POLICE in Pembrokeshire are investigating an attempted burglary at No.37 Food and Wine shop on High Street, Haverfordwest, at about 3am on Wednesday, April 3.
A window was smashed and the door handle broken.
Police said: “If you have any information that could help enquiries, please get in touch with PC 195 Tayler, either by: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555111, or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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Don’t forget to vote on Thursday, May 2
THURSDAY, May 2 is your chance to vote for the Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner.
Don’t forget to use your vote and head to your local polling station between 7am and 10pm.
They are elected by the public to hold Chief Constables and the police force to account on their behalf.
A Police and Crime Commissioner’s job is to set the police budget and make sure it is spent effectively, appoint the local police forces Chief Constables, set police and crime plans in collaboration with residents and work closely with the local council and other organisations on these plans.
This is the first election in Wales where you will need photographic ID to vote.
Accepted forms of ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport or drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass or an Oyster 60+ card. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo.
Or you may have applied for a Voter Authority Certificate which is also accepted.
If you plan on taking your Postal Vote to a polling station or County Hall main reception remember to fill in a vote return form. Without the completed form those postal vote(s) will be rejected.
You can only hand in your own postal vote, and postal votes for up to five other people.
You can find out more about the Police and Crime Commissioner Elections online (opens in new window).
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