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Extra Fishguard to Carmarthen trains will continue
TRANSPORT MINISTER, Edwina Hart, has given the go-ahead to continue with additional rail services between Fishguard and Carmarthen following a review of the three-year experimental service introduced in 2011.
Feedback from the local community, passengers and business on the extra five return services has been positive and research shows these additional services have brought economic and social benefits.
The Minister has now agreed to extend the service until the end of the current franchise in 2018.
“The extra services between Fishguard and Carmarthen have been very popular with passengers, helped improve access to services and provided a boost for tourism and other local businesses,” she said.
“The results of surveys with passengers, the local community and businesses point to a need for these extra services. These services have made it easier for people to access hospital services, improved tourism to Pembrokeshire and helped reduce reliance on cars.”
All stations in Pembrokeshire served by the services have experienced increased usage, with passenger numbers to Fishguard, Goodwick and Fishguard Harbour stations doubling since the introduction of the additional trains in 2011.
More than 60 per cent of passengers surveyed said they would not have been able to make their intended journey without the additional services. Businesses reported that the extra trains helped attract visitors to the area which saw increased usage of the coastal path and ferries to and from Ireland.
Cllr Rob Lewis, Cabinet Member for Highways and Construction said: “The announcement by the Minister that the additional rail services to Fishguard are to continue is much welcomed and provides a much needed boost to the County. The additional services have resulted in significant increases in the number of people travelling to the area providing many benefits to the local economy, environment and social inclusion.”
Stephen Hale Chair of the North Pembrokeshire Transport Forum said: “The North Pembrokeshire Transport forum is truly delighted that the enhanced train service to Fishguard and Goodwick is to continue. We are grateful to have been given the opportunity to demonstrate the positive benefits to the local economy and community that the additional trains have provided over the past three years.
We are pleased that the enhanced train service will continue to reduce the isolation felt by rural north Pembrokeshire and will work with our partners to ensure these services assist in strengthening the local economy, in particular the important tourist industry.”
Jeremy Martineau Honorary Secretary of the Chamber of Trade and Tourism said: ”This is great news and a sensible decision as we work hard at the regeneration of the area. Being able to travel by train is a boon to local residents, adds a significant opportunity to holiday makers and connects us to the rest of Wales in an environmentally responsible way. We have been pleased to help with the research which has advised the Minister to take the right decision for our entire community.“
HOMEOWNERS living on privately managed estates in Wales are set to gain new legal protections under changes being introduced as part of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, the Welsh Government has said.
In a written statement published on Thursday (Dec 18), the Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant MS, provided an update on how the legislation will be implemented in Wales, with a particular focus on estate management charges paid by freehold homeowners.
Until now, homeowners on privately managed estates have often faced unclear or high bills for maintenance and services, with limited ability to obtain information or challenge costs. Once fully implemented, Part 5 of the Act is intended to address those concerns.
New powers for homeowners
Under the reforms, homeowners will be given the right to challenge the reasonableness of estate management charges for the first time. Estate managers will also be required to provide clearer information about the services being paid for through those charges.
In cases where estate management has failed, homeowners will be able to apply to a tribunal for a substitute manager to be appointed. The Act will also require estate managers to publish details of any administration charges in advance, where payment is expected.
Jayne Bryant said the changes would bring “significant new rights and protections” for homeowners affected by estate management fees.
Welsh and UK consultations
Responsibility for introducing the necessary secondary legislation is shared between the Welsh and UK Governments. While many of the powers rest with UK Ministers, Welsh Ministers are responsible for rules relating to the publication of administration charges in Wales.
The Welsh Government has confirmed it is working alongside UK counterparts to ensure both consultations are launched at the same time, allowing homeowners and stakeholders to consider the full set of proposals together.
Homeowners are being encouraged to respond to both the Welsh Government consultation on administration charges and the UK Government consultation on the wider estate management regime.
The consultations are now open and form part of the process to bring the new protections into force.
FLOOD warnings and alerts have been issued across large parts of Wales as persistent heavy rain causes river levels to rise, with parts of the country facing an increased risk of flooding on Thursday (Dec 18).
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has confirmed that four flood warnings are currently in place, meaning immediate action is required, while a further 16 flood alerts have been issued where flooding is possible.
A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued by the Met Office, covering much of Wales from 10:00am on Thursday until 7:00pm, with disruption expected in some areas.
NRW said the warnings follow prolonged wet weather, with further heavy rainfall forecast to move across the country during the day.
The Met Office said: “An area of heavy rain will move northeast across the warning area during Thursday morning and afternoon before clearing to the east through the evening.
“Given recent very wet weather, there is potential for some disruption to travel and possible flooding.
“Much of the warning area will see 15–25mm of rain but some places could see 40–50mm, with the highest totals falling over high ground of south Wales.”
Forecasters have also warned that strong winds could worsen conditions, particularly along the coast.
“There is a chance of 60–70mph gusts along the exposed south coast, and perhaps 40–50mph some way inland,” the Met Office added.
Flood warnings in force
NRW has confirmed flood warnings are currently active at the following locations:
- River Towy at Carmarthen Quay, Carmarthen
- River Ritec at Tenby
- River Towy affecting isolated properties between Llandeilo and Abergwili
- River Rhyd Hir at Riverside Terrace, Pwllheli
Residents in these areas are being urged to take immediate action to protect property and personal safety.
Flood alerts issued
In addition, flood alerts — meaning flooding is possible — have been issued for the Lower Severn catchment in Powys, along with other areas shown on NRW’s live flood monitoring maps.
NRW is advising people to remain vigilant, avoid flooded roads and footpaths, and keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings.
The Herald understands that river levels will continue to be closely monitored throughout the day as rainfall moves through Wales.
Members of the public can check the latest flood warnings and alerts on the Natural Resources Wales website or by signing up for flood alerts direct to their phone.
Flood alerts and warnings across Wales on Thursday (Pic: NRW).
CPS have a week do decide if they wish to pursue a re-trial, judge confirms
THE JURY has been discharged in the trial of a Milford Haven man accused of historic child sex offences after telling the court it was unable to reach a verdict, even by majority.
Thomas Kirk, aged 50, of Meyler Crescent, Milford Haven, is charged with the oral rape and sexual assault of a child, with the offences alleged to have taken place in Pembrokeshire between 2007 and 2009, when the complainant was aged between thirteen and fifteen. He denies the charges.
On Thursday (Dec 18), the jury returned to Swansea Crown Court and was asked whether it had reached a verdict on either count upon which at least ten jurors were agreed.
The foreman replied: “No.”
Judge Paul Thomas KC then asked whether there was any realistic likelihood that further deliberations would lead to a verdict being reached.
The foreman replied: “No, your honour.”
Judge Thomas KC said that in those circumstances he would discharge the jury and give the prosecution seven days to decide whether it would seek a retrial.
Addressing the jurors, the judge said they should not think they had failed or let anyone down.
“These things happen,” he said. “It’s one of the strengths of the jury system that people hold different views.”
He thanked the jury for their service and wished them a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
The court heard that the prosecution will now consider its position, with a further hearing expected next week to determine whether a retrial will take place.
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I regularly drive from Pembroke to Cheshire, driving through LLandeilo,LLandovery, through Newtown.Done it for four years and I have to say there have been raodworks for all that time on the A40 and A483, You\’ll see lanes closed on main trunk roads and controlled by traffic lights , you\’ll see signs warning you – lanes closed for your safety – the problem is that due to lack of funding the verges are falling away and the Senedd cannot afford to repair – to make things worse we now have verges that are even worse but the Senedd doesn\’t want to have even more of main trunk roads closed so PLEASE take care around LLandovery , sadly they have no money to repair for a few more years
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