PEMBROKESHIRE Samaritans, who have been supporting people in crisis since 1976, face uncertainty over the future of their Haverfordwest office. The charity’s volunteers provide a vital listening ear to those going through difficult times, often offering a lifeline to people when they need it most. Concerns have now been raised that the branch may not […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
Funding available for local events ORGANISATIONS across Wales are being invited to apply for grant funding to host community events on climate change, with the return of the Welsh Government’s Climate Conversations Fund. Applications for the 2025 funding round are now open to third sector groups, local government bodies, education providers, industry and business networks, […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
Households to be given more time before enforcement begins HOUSEHOLDS across Wales will soon be given extra time to deal with missed council tax payments under new rules announced by the Welsh Government. From next April, families will have 63 days to address arrears before enforcement action can be taken. At present, outdated legislation means […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
THE WELSH GOVERNMENT has renewed its commitment to tackling violence against women and girls at a national summit marking ten years since the introduction of Wales’s Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) Act. The event, co-hosted by the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice and the South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner, brought […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
Director confirms no construction before 2027 as councillors attack “bureaucratic hurdles” MILFORD HAVEN’S long-awaited schools redevelopment has come under fire again, with councillors branding Welsh Government’s bureaucracy “Monty Python writ large” and delays “absolutely scandalous.” At Thursday’s (Sept 25) meeting of the Schools and Learning Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Pembrokeshire’s Director of Education Steven Richards-Downes […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
SECRETARY of State for Wales Jo Stevens MP will use her speech at the UK Labour Conference on Sunday (Sept 28) to argue that Wales is “at the heart of national renewal,” contrasting Labour’s programme of investment with what she calls “Plaid’s fantasy economics” and the “divisive politics of Reform.” The Cardiff Central MP is […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
FIRST MINISTER Eluned Morgan has used the UK Labour Party conference to call for wealthier people to pay more tax to help end child poverty, while warning that a vote for Plaid Cymru or Reform UK would bring “chaos” to Wales. Ms Morgan, speaking in Liverpool on Saturday (Sept 27), said Wales needed “experience and […]| The Pembrokeshire Herald
A LANDMARK Pembrokeshire building, left derelict for nearly two decades, has been sold under the hammer. The Grade II listed property, known most recently as the Commodore Hotel, was originally constructed in the early 1830s as the residence for the Captain Superintendent of the Royal Naval Dockyard in Pembroke Dock. Later renamed Admiralty House, it […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
WELSH cricket clubs are being hit for six-figure bills to cover the cost of safety netting due to housing developments springing up near their grounds, the sport’s governing body warned. Barry Cawte, chief executive of Cricket Wales, said such planning decisions are threatening the viability and safety of cricket clubs across the country. Mr Cawte […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
Hywel Dda clinician highlights positive steps, but survey reveals widespread discrimination A SURVEY of more than 800 disabled and neurodivergent doctors and medical students has revealed widespread discrimination across the NHS – with more than half saying ableism is worse in medicine than in wider society. Among those speaking out is south Wales doctor Alice […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL has become the ninth council in Pembrokeshire to adopt the Anti-Racist Action Plan (ARAP), but the move comes against the backdrop of turmoil and resignations that have left its chamber looking sparse. Councillor Randell Izaiah Thomas-Turner, the Deputy Mayor of Haverfordwest Town Council, attended the meeting in Neyland this week to explain […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
A CALL to allow a service hatch at a Pembroke diner to serve alcohol as late as 5am at weekends, which has raised concerns raised it will lead to an increase in drunken behaviour, is to be heard by councillors. The September meeting of Pembrokeshire County Council’s licensing sub-committee will consider an application for a […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
AN INCIDENT at the Bay of Bengal restaurant in Tenby that drew attention earlier this month has now been resolved. On August 12, the restaurant appealed for help after a group of diners appeared to have left without paying their bill, sharing CCTV stills on social media. The restaurant has since confirmed that the situation […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
A £20,000 upgrade at a Carmarthenshire nature reserve is helping ponies and cows create the right conditions for one of the UK’s rarest butterflies. Butterfly Conservation has carried out improvement works at its Caeau Ffos Fach reserve, north of Swansea, using funding from Natural Resources Wales. Contractors installed 900 metres of fencing, laid 300 metres […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
THE TORCH THEATRE will welcome Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Love Never Dies, the long-awaited sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, with a special screening next month. Filmed on stage in Melbourne, the cinematic version captures the full spectacle of the production, featuring a 36-strong cast, more than 300 costumes, a 21-piece orchestra, and a dazzling […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
ST DAVIDS RNLI was tasked by HM Coastguard on Saturday (Aug 23) following reports of a small fishing vessel in difficulty near Shoe Rock. With uncertainty over whether the call related to a vessel that had experienced fuel problems earlier in the day, HM Coastguard requested lifeboat assistance to investigate. As crew were already at […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
BUSH HOUSE CARE HOME in Pembroke has welcomed some new feathered residents to its grounds – a flock of chickens which will provide fresh eggs and daily smiles for those who live there. The initiative is about more than just eggs. Staff say the new additions are giving residents meaningful daily activities, fresh routines, and […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
Over 1,000 passengers welcomed as season milestone reached FISHGUARD Harbour will see a first of the season on Monday as three cruise liners are set to arrive on the same day. The Hebridean Sky, Le Bellot and Seven Seas Grandeur will all dock in the port, bringing with them around 1,100 passengers from America, Britain […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
Security firm strengthens ties with Haverfordwest County for 2025-26 season HAVERFORDWEST COUNTY AFC have announced a new partnership with RM Training and Security Solutions, who will act as the club’s away travel partner for the 2025-26 season. Specialist security firm joins forces The nationwide provider, which has already supported over one hundred events and festivals […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
Dry skies and strong crowds as vintage machinery, parades and family fun take centre stage THE 38th Camrose Vintage Working Day drew large crowds on Saturday (Aug 23), with visitors enjoying a full day of entertainment, demonstrations, and displays under dry but cloudy skies. Held at Folly Cross Fields, the popular annual event once again […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
THE PORT OF MILFORD HAVEN has issued a detailed response following our report yesterday about police being called to Hakin Point after concerns were raised over young people jumping into the water. A spokesperson confirmed that the Port’s security team had contacted officers on Thursday (Aug 21). “The Port of Milford Haven’s security team called […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
THE ROLLOUT of gigabit-capable broadband in Pembrokeshire is progressing at an impressive pace, supported by the Swansea Bay City Deal’s Digital Infrastructure Programme. Recent data highlights significant year-on-year growth in broadband coverage, reflecting the success of this initiative and its role in enhancing digital connectivity across the region. Coverage in the county has grown substantially. […]| pembrokeshire-herald.com
