News
Crime Commissioner in Pembrokeshire to discuss local issues
ON TUESDAY, February 6, the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Dafydd Llywelyn was on a Community Engagement Day, reinforcing connections and addressing local concerns within some of Pembrokeshire’s communities.
The day commenced with a productive meeting between the PCC and the Pembrokeshire Youth Offending Team, who were collaborating with School Beat Police Officers at Haverfordwest High School, to deliver an impactful ‘Crime Time’ session to Year 8 students, aimed at developing awareness and prevention strategies.
The workshop at Haverfordwest High was followed by a visit to Pembroke Dock Port, where discussions took place with officers from the Force’s Marine unit about the challenges faced in policing the coastal regions of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and Carmarthenshire. The PCC also had an update on combatting organised immigration crime and the work that is being carried out to safeguard our borders.
Continuing the day’s agenda, the PCC engaged with Pembrokeshire’s Superintendent to discuss local challenges, and how the Force are locally taking a proactive policing approach, and ensuring effective public engagement. The PCC extended the conversation to the streets of Tenby, where he joined officers on foot patrol, engaging with local businesses, including Tenby Stores, to discuss the impact of retail crime, particularly shoplifting, on the commercial landscape.
The day concluded with a briefing on rural crime with Dyfed-Powys Police’s Pembrokeshire Rural Crime Team in Narberth. Discussions centred on collaborative efforts to support and protect our farming community, highlighting the crucial role that the Officers play in safeguarding rural livelihoods.
Reflecting on the day’s engagements, PCC Dafydd Llywelyn reiterated the importance of community collaboration in tackling prevailing issues. “My community engagement day today was an opportunity to actively listen to some of the concerns and challenges faced in Pembrokeshire. Our partnership with Youth Offending Teams in an example of our proactive approach to youth empowerment and crime prevention, equipping young people with knowledge and strategies to make positive choices in life. By working collaboratively with local partners, we can build safer and more resilient communities.”
Pembrokeshire County Council’s Chief Officer for Youth & Community Education, Steve Davis, said: “The Police & Crime Commissioners visit to Haverfordwest High VC School to see the delivery of the Crime Time prevention project was greatly appreciated.
“The project he visited involves pupils from Ysgol Harri Tudur putting on a play of a crime committed by a young person, followed by a number of workshops to explore the impact and consequences of crime. The programme is delivered by Police School Beat Officers, The Youth Service, The Youth Justice Team, Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service and Magistrates. This is normally delivered annually across all of our secondary schools and is a cornerstone in our crime prevention work with young people.”
Community
Tractor run lights up Pembrokeshire and raises funds for charity
THE PEMBROKESHIRE ILLUMINATED TRACTOR RUN took place today (Dec 21), raising funds for two vital charities: the Catrin Vaughan Foundation and Wales Air Ambulance.
Starting at Clarbeston Road AFC at 6:00pm, the brightly lit convoy of nearly 200 tractors made its way through Withybush Hospital and Haverfordwest High Street before finishing at the Pembrokeshire County Showground.
The annual event has become a highlight of the festive calendar, drawing large crowds to witness the spectacle of tractors adorned with colourful lights and decorations.
Funds raised from the event will support the Catrin Vaughan Foundation, which provides crucial assistance to families facing hardship, and the Wales Air Ambulance, delivering life-saving emergency medical care across the region.
Organisers praised the dedication of local farmers and volunteers, whose commitment ensures the event’s continued success year after year.
(Image: Nia Marshall/Facebook)
Business
Ferry Terminal ‘extremely busy’ due to ongoing Holyhead closure
PEMBROKE DOCK Ferry Terminal has been experiencing significant congestion today as ferry services remain under immense pressure following the closure of Holyhead Port earlier this month.
The disruption, caused by storm damage, has rerouted ferry traffic through Pembrokeshire, leading to long queues and crowded facilities at the terminal.
The Herald can confirm that it has been very busy today with cars, lorries, and foot passengers queuing in large numbers. Staff are working tirelessly to manage the influx, directing vehicles and assisting passengers as they prepare to board the heavily booked ferries.
A spokesperson for the Port of Milford Haven said: “We are working closely with ferry operators and local authorities to ensure traffic flows as smoothly as possible, but the sheer volume of vehicles is causing unavoidable delays.”
Travelers are being urged to arrive early for their sailings and to remain patient as the terminal operates at full capacity.
Both Stena Line and Irish Ferries have increased capacity on their Pembrokeshire routes, deploying larger vessels, including the Stena Adventurer and the MV James Joyce, to handle the surge in demand.
From our position at the terminal, our photographer has captured photos showing long lines of vehicles, groups of foot passengers carrying luggage, and port staff coordinating efforts to ease congestion.
Authorities are advising non-essential travelers to consider rescheduling their journeys where possible and to monitor updates from ferry operators closely.
(Photos: Martin Cavaney/Herald)
Community
Festive celebrations at St Davids Cathedral this weekend
ST DAVIDS Cathedral is set to host two special events on Sunday (Dec 22), offering a blend of joyful participation and traditional carol singing to mark the Christmas season.
In the morning, families are invited to the Scratch Nativity at 11:00am. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed as wise men, angels, sheep, or shepherds and take part in an unrehearsed retelling of the Christmas story. Canon Leigh described the event as: “Complete, wonderful chaos for an hour… but with some poignant, thought-provoking moments to centre ourselves on the real meaning of Christmas.”
Later in the evening, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight will take place at 7:00pm, featuring the Cathedral Choir. The event, steeped in tradition, will see the cathedral bathed in candlelight as carols and scripture readings fill the historic space.
Doors will open at 5:45pm for those seeking unreserved seating, and a large turnout is expected for this beloved Christmas celebration.
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