EMERGENCY services responded to an overturned milk tanker along the B4314 in Narberth on Monday afternoon (Jul 1).

Three fire engines, ambulance and police were dispatched to the incident.

The driver was assisted out of the vehicle, and was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital.

A local farmer helped firefighters to block the milk seeping from the tanker into a nearby stream.

Police assisted with traffic control whilst the operation was ongoing.

A Spokesperson for the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service told The Pembrokeshire Herald: “At 3.49pm on Monday, July 1st, crews from Narberth, Pembroke Dock and Whitland Fire Stations were called to an incident along the B4314 in Narberth.

“Crews responded to an overturned milk tanker containing approximately 20,000 litres of milk. Crews assisted the driver out of the vehicle who was then assessed by on-scene paramedics and conveyed to hospital by road ambulance.

“Crews and a local farmer blocked the flow of milk spilling from the vehicle from entering the watercourse.

“Natural Resources Wales was informed of the incident and the milk company attended the scene to decant the remaining milk from the overturned tanker to another. Dyfed-Powys Police was also in attendance and the road was closed during the incident and the vehicle’s recovery.

“MAWWFRS crews left the scene at 7.33pm.”

WORKERS across Wales are showing above-average confidence in their job prospects, with pay expectations set to increase as a result. That’s according to the latest Robert Half Jobs Confidence Index (JCI) – an economic confidence tracker produced in partnership with the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr).

The data revealed that two-thirds (66%) of Welsh workers are confident in their job over the next six months, above the national average of 60%. This optimism is translating into heightened pay inflation expectations, with workers across the country indicating hopes of an average pay rise of 4.6% this year, above the national average of 3.8%.

Interestingly, though, fewer employees in Wales suggested that they would take some form of action – such as seeking a new role in their current business or changing employers – than the national average. Less than half (43%) of Welsh workers would take action if a salary increase wasn’t an option this year, compared to 68% of UK respondents overall.

James Fortnam, Market Director, Wales, Ireland & Scotland at Robert Half, commented: “Job confidence across Wales is clearly high and there are likely a number of reasons for this. Growing skills shortages coupled with the recent reports that the country has the highest rate of economic inactivity are no doubt leading to staff feeling optimistic about demand for their skills. While this has created an environment where pay rise expectations are higher than the national average, employers can be somewhat comforted by the fact that fewer people are likely to take direct action if they don’t receive the salary increase they are after. Of course, that doesn’t mean that businesses can ignore these high levels of confidence. Instead, it should be a catalyst for firms to consider their holistic employment packages and how elements such as tailored benefits packages or career progression programmes can act as more effective attraction tools.”

PEMBROKESHIRE PRIDE is thrilled to announce its upcoming Festival of Inclusion, a celebration of diversity and community spirit. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, 20th July, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Foundry House in Pembroke.

The Festival of Inclusion aims to bring together the LGBT+ community, allies, and the wider Pembrokeshire community for a day of celebration, entertainment, and togetherness. Attendees can expect:

• • Live performances throughout the day, featuring local artists and a captivating drag act
• •.A variety of local food and drink suppliers showcasing Pembrokeshire’s talent
• • A dedicated youth tent for young attendees
• • Engaging kids’ activities to keep the little ones entertained
• • Informative stalls from local inclusive services and organisations

“Our Festival of Inclusion is all about celebrating diversity and fostering connections within our community,” said Lewis George, organiser of Pembrokeshire Pride. “We’re excited to offer a space where everyone can come together, have fun, and learn from one another.”

The event is free to attend, but tickets must be reserved in advance through the Pembrokeshire Pride TicketSource event page.

For more information and to book your free tickets, visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/pembrokeshirepride.