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Hospitality to re-open on Monday

Published

5 years ago

November 5, 2020

People in Pembrokeshire will once again be able to visit pubs, cafés and
restaurants from Monday (9 th November).

Hospitality establishments will be re-opening under a new set of post-
firebreak restrictions from the Welsh Government.
The new restrictions are as follows:

Maximum of four people from any household will be able to socialise on
a table. Children aged 11 and under will not be included within this number.
Larger families from the same household will be allowed on the same
table.
Pre-booking of a table will be compulsory but walk-ins might be possible
if this is controlled at entry.
Collection of contact details will be required for everyone.
The same rules will apply inside and outside premises.
10pm curfew of alcohol sales will remain.

The Welsh Government will be reviewing the restrictions in two weeks and
say they are not ‘encouraging’ people to go to hospitality establishments.

“We ask that people visit these places in as small a group as possible, and
for many, this will only be the people they live with,” said First Minister Mark
Drakeford in a statement earlier this week.

“But we have listened to those young people and single people who told us
how important it is for them to meet some friends and other family
members.

“So the regulations will allow groups of up to four individuals to meet in a
regulated setting such as a restaurant, café or pub. But this is subject to
strict protections discussed with the hospitality sector, including advance
booking, time-limited slots and verified identification. As in all aspects of our
lives, maintaining the basics of good hygiene and keeping our distance will
be crucial in these settings.

“This is a permission not something we are encouraging people to do. It is
the most challenging change from a public health perspective and will be
kept under continuous review.

“It depends on the actions of the sector and each of us to use this
permission responsibly and sparingly.”

County Councillor Phil Baker, Cabinet Member for Infrastructure, Licensing
and Major Events, said: “This is an opportunity for us to meet others in a
safe, controlled environment.

“We know that hospitality providers in Pembrokeshire have already worked
incredibly hard to provide safe environments following the original lockdown
and will equally adapt to the new restrictions to ensure their premises are as
safe as possible. We thank them for that and we need to support them as
we run up to Christmas.

“I want to echo the First Minister’s words, it falls to each of us to maintain
the basics of good hygiene, wear face coverings where required and keep
our distance when we visit local establishments. They can only do so much
– we also have a responsibility to ourselves, family and friends.”
For more information on the new hospitality restrictions, please view:
https://gov.wales/coronavirus-regulations-guidance

Community

Community gathers to remember Corrina Baker

Published

3 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

Published

4 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

Published

4 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.