News

‘Exceptionally busy time’ for our front-line services says Council Leader

Published

3 years ago

August 9, 2021

Tom Sinclair

The following is an update from the Leader of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr David Simpson JP:

ONCE again I’m pleased to give you an update. I hope you are keeping well.

We were blessed with fine weather earlier this week which brought many people out to enjoy our coastline and other beautiful locations. Many people also took the time to explore lesser-visited locations such as the Preselis, the wonderful Cleddau estuary and our peaceful woodlands.

I have also enjoyed visiting places off the beaten track and it reminded me that Pembrokeshire has so much to offer – this really is the time to spread your wings and explore.

Council Leader, Cllr David Simpson (Pic PCC)

This week our frontline services have been exceptionally busy supporting the increase in visitor numbers. They all work so hard ensuring we can offer a warm Pembrokeshire welcome and also supporting our communities. I want to personally thank them all for doing such a sterling job.

As a county we are used to increased visitor numbers during August, however, this year we are seeing larger numbers than normal. I really do appreciate how everyone is working together to welcome people to our county, from multi agency collaborative working to the hospitality sector, frontline workers and communities. This is a huge operation and we will continue to work together throughout the coming weeks and months.

This will be my last update until September. Before I close, I have one simple request – when you are going out and about, please consider avoiding hotspots and find new places to visit. Most coastal carparks this week have been full by mid-morning. Please park considerately wherever you are, and please do remember that access roads must be kept open in case of any emergency.

Turning now to our contact centre, we appreciate that our phones are busy at the moment and you are having to wait if calling us. Please bear with us, as a number of staff have been seconded to the Track and Trace project to ensure this vital work continues.

Today we have had an update from the First Minister in relation to easing restrictions – officers will now be reviewing the details.

Again, I want to wish you a lovely weekend – I hope you can find time to relax and spend time with your families and friends.

Stay safe everyone, and thank you again for your support which is always appreciated.

Crime

Jailed for breaching domestic violence protection order

Published

14 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Court Reporter

AMY Woolston, 20, of Vine Road, Johnston, Pembrokeshire, has been sentenced to six weeks in prison for breaching a domestic violence protection order.

On 15th May 2024, Woolston was found in the company of a man in a flat at The Farmers Arms, Market Street, Whitland, in violation of the order issued by Llanelli Magistrates Court on 10th May 2024.

The court deemed the offence serious due to the proximity to the original order and a previous breach involving the same victim. Woolston was not in custody and appeared unrepresented in court. Her total sentence length is 18 weeks.

The case was dealt with in Haverfordwest court on May 16.

News

Lease of former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse approved

Published

15 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Tom Sinclair

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet has this week approved the transfer of the former Newcastle Emlyn Courthouse to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council.

The Cabinet approved a 21-year lease which will facilitate the Town Council’s plan to bring the premises back into use.

The future of the former Courthouse has been considered in detail, with the Town Council carrying out a public consultation on the community’s requirements, and the sites potential contribution to those local needs. The outcome of the consultation suggested that the local community wanted the building to be retained, refurbished and transformed into a multi- use centre.

Newcastle Emlyn Town Council intend to submit an application for funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund [UKSPF] in order to pay for the necessary restoration work. The funding is conditional upon the Town Council having a lease of sufficient term on the premises.

Carmarthenshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Resources, Cllr Alun Lenny commented: “The building as it currently stands is not needed for further use by the County Council and has been empty for some time. I welcome the Cabinet’s decision to approve the transfer of this asset to Newcastle Emlyn Town Council. The funding will ensure that the building is being used for the benefit of the town’s residents.

“This decision is in line with Carmarthenshire County Council’s Wellbeing Objectives: Enabling our communities and environment to be healthy, safe, and prosperous (Prosperous Communities).”

Crime

Teenagers fled from Pembroke RFC after setting spectators stand on fire

Published

15 hours ago

May 19, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON MONDAY (may 16) between the hours of 16:25 and 17:00, the spectators stand of Pembroke Rugby Football Club was deliberately set on fire, police have said.

Two males, aged between 17-19, fled from the club grounds immediately after the smoke plumes were noticed.

Both males were on dark framed push bikes and wearing dark coloured hooded jumpers.

Officers are asking if anyone who has any information or has witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area around these times, is asked to contact police either online at: https://bit.ly/DPPContactOnline, by emailing [email protected], or by calling 101. If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908.