Consent granted for Wales' first floating windfarm

The Welsh Government has granted consent for Wales’ first floating windfarm located 40km off the coast of Pembrokeshire.
Project Erebus will house seven next-generation 14 megawatt turbines on floating platforms, providing enough low carbon energy to power 93,000 homes.

National Trust Cymru, WWF Cymru and RSPB Cymru send urgent SOS for nature as Sir David Attenborough says ‘we must act now’ to Save Our Wild Isles

Today (13 March), in their first major campaign together, the National Trust Cymru, the RSPB Cymru and WWF Cymru are urging everyone in society to come together to halt the destruction of UK nature and take urgent action to Save Our Wild Isles.

3rd Public meeting to launch the community share offer to buy the Crymych Arms pub on Monday evening the 20th of March at 7pm in Crymych Market Hall

The community of Crymych in North Pembrokeshire are gearing up to launch the cooperative share offer with the aim of buying the local pub Crymych Arms.

Temporary Library to open in Narberth’s Bloomfield House Community Centre on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday morning

A temporary Library will open in Narberth’s Bloomfield House Community Centre, from Tuesday 14th March 2023.
The library will be open every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning while the town’s community library remains temporarily closed.

Cabinet backs first steps towards rebuild of Manorbier Church in Wales VC School

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Cabinet has backed positive steps towards rebuilding Manorbier Church in Wales VC School after a fire severely damaged the school last year.

Author’s tale takes readers from West Wales to The Wild West

A novel inspired by the true story of the Pembrokeshire farmer’s son who fought at the Battle of the Little Bighorn under General Custer will shortly be available to county readers after author Mike Lewis donated a copy to each library.

Minister encourages Pembrokeshire residents to make use of support available to keep warm and keep well

The Finance Minister visited the Old Chapel warm space in Tenby yesterday to hear more about how local government and the voluntary sector are working together to support residents struggling with the cost-of-living.

Urgent temporary road closure of Union Hill, Haverfordwest from 24th February

An urgent road closure of Union Hill, Haverfordwest is required from 10am tomorrow (Friday 24th February 2023) and will last for approximately two weeks.

Working towards well-being facilities in North Pembrokeshire

Hywel Dda University Health Board are moving ahead with plans for a new integrated health and well-being centre in Fishguard.
The new centre will support health and well-being services in the North Pembrokeshire area.

Make Your Will Month 2023: NHS charity offers opportunities to make a will and leave a thank you

Hywel Dda Health Charities has teamed up with solicitors across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire this Make Your Will Month (1st-31st May 2023) to offer supporters the opportunity to write or update a will at a greatly reduced rate. The solicitors are waiving their usual fee in exchange for a donation to the charity.

Pembrokeshire snow school closures traffic travel

Live situation updates as snow falls across Pembrokeshire

Many people across Pembrokeshire have been waking up to snowfall this morning. 

From travel issues, to school closures, follow the latest situation updates via our live feed here. 

Union Hill road closure extended for urgent works

The urgent temporary road closure of Union Hill, Haverfordwest has been extended for further essential work to be carried out.
The road was closed on 24th February for urgent work to strengthen the structure and stability of the wall on Union Hill, which has been deemed a dangerous structure.

Stub out the stress this No Smoking Day

Smokers are being urged to use this No Smoking Day, Wednesday 8 March 2023, to stub out the stress after research showed quitting can make you happier and be as good as antidepressants on symptoms of anxiety.

New operator to be sought for Pembroke regeneration project

The next stage of Pembroke’s South Quay redevelopment project is set to take place in the coming weeks.

The Henry Tudor Trust and Pembrokeshire County Council are working in partnership with the aim of delivering a high quality visitor attraction and community hub at the historic and prominent South Quay site, which is adjacent to Pembroke Castle.

Jail term for breaching Court Order imposed after multiple animal welfare convictions

A Pembroke Dock man has been jailed for breaching a Court Order imposed after he was convicted of multiple animal welfare charges in a case brought by Pembrokeshire County Council

Sean Burns of Rose Hill Lodge, Bramble Hall, Ferry Lane, Pembroke Dock, appeared in Court on Thursday March 2nd and was sentenced to eight months in prison.

Essex man sentenced for courier fraud scam targeting Pembrokeshire pensioners

A man from Essex who picked up cash and gold earlier that day, a ‘courier’ arrived at their home to collect this third package. The total value of the gold collected on 16th November was £9,450.06.
Thereafter contact with “DCI Stewart” ceased and on 22nd November the victim had a sudden realisation they had been the victim of a fraud and reported it to Dyfed-Powys Police.

Dragon LNG Group Limited is another step closer to their ambition of becoming a Net Zero LNG Terminal by 2029.

Public encouraged to get involved with Council Scrutiny process

Do you have a question or suggestion that you think needs a closer look? The overview and scrutiny system is an opportunity to get involved with the work of the Council.
Pembrokeshire County Council’s decision makers – the Cabinet – are held to account by five overview and scrutiny committees made up of cross-party councillors and in some cases members of the public.

St Dogmaels School premises evacuated

Pupils and staff at Ysgol Llandudoch in St Dogmaels are all safe and well, following an evacuation of the school premises this lunchtime due to a strong smell of gas in the area.

ARTISTS ON SHOW AT HAVERHUB - COLOURFUL CREATIVITY RAISES WINTER SPIRITS AND LIGHTS UP THE OLD POST OFFICE FOR THE COMMUNITY

"Haverhub is delighted to be showing the work of two extremely knowledgeable and sensitive Pembrokeshire based artists, whose strong individual styles are bringing colour, pattern and spontaneity to the walls of the former county post office (now community hub) in Quay Street, Haverfordwest. This uplifting range of work can be enjoyed 6 days a week until the end of March" explains art adviser Annabel Thomas.

Big progress made on charity’s Oral History Project

Paul Sartori Foundations ‘Oral History Project’ hosted its latest community event at Pembroke Dock Heritage Centre and announced it has already completed 25 interviews. Not much is known about the man who inspired the charity, and the project aims to put that right by carrying out interviews with people who knew him more than 40 years ago.

Lifetime of service to children and young people in Pembrokeshire celebrated

The incredible contribution one family has made to foster caring in Pembrokeshire over more than three decades was celebrated at County Hall recently.
A special thank you event was held for Alex Allison, and his late wife Dorothy, who have helped countless children and young people find their way in life by welcoming them into their home.

Local Businesses Support Red Squirrels on Holy Island

Located two miles off Tenby, many people will recognise Caldey Island for its famous Cistercian Monks, Red Roof Monastery and of course it’s five miles of spectacular coast and woodland walks! But that is not all Caldey has to offer.

Three Milford Haven Karate Club members cemented their place among the best in the UK at the WUKF British Championships in Dundee this month.

Josh Whatling, 20, Gethin Adams, 15, and Connor John, 14, all represented Wales all came away with medals. Josh fought superbly in the 85kg event and secured a silver medal by winning his semi final, but cruelly picked up a broken nose in the process and missed out on a chance to compete for gold. He also took bronze in the men’s senior team event.

Enterprise and Skills Project comes to close after successful six months

A pilot project to aid local people into employment, support businesses and boost skills development has come to an end after a successful six months undertaking.
The Enterprise and Skills Project (ESP) was overseen by Pembrokeshire County Council and funded by the UK Government through the UK Community Renewal Fund.

Pembrokeshire County Council approves Council Tax rise of 7.5%

Pembrokeshire County Council has approved its budget for 2023-24.
The decision was taken at a meeting of Full Council yesterday (Thursday, 2nd March).

New, modern workspaces now available at Pembroke Port, the gateway to the green energy revolution

New modern office and workshop spaces are nearing completion at Pembroke Port that offer businesses the chance to be located at the centre of an already bustling dockyard, in this exciting and transformational period of development which will provide additional facilities and services for the growing marine energy industries.

Wonderful Cardiff trip for Pembrokeshire young musicians

Over 40 young musicians from across Pembrokeshire recently enjoyed a weekend residential trip to Cardiff as part of the Pembrokeshire Music Service String Orchestra and Symphonic Wind Band. The purpose of the weekend was to enjoy music making and, most importantly, to have fun!

Appeal for Welsh speakers to help Charity History Project

One of Pembrokeshire’s foremost charity’s has issued an appeal for Welsh speakers to help on its Oral History Project.

poignant moment for Johnston 2nds

There was a poignant moment for Johnston 2nds to show their support to Ukraine last week, one year on since the country was invaded by Russia.
One of their players, Maksym, has joined this season and The Tigers held a minute’s silence ahead of their Division 5 match with Milford Athletic.

Stay Safe this Spring!

This month is the launch of Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Spring Safety campaign.
The Spring months traditionally come with warmer weather and with the evenings getting increasingly lighter, we can start to enjoy the outdoors more. This time of year also opens up many opportunities to catch up on the things we couldn’t do through the winter months. Whether you are clearing the garden and having a bonfire, enjoying your first BBQ of the season, or even taking that first swim in the sea, we want you to keep your safety at the top of the list.

Pembrokeshire Lottery player scoops £10,000 Superdraw prize.

To thank their supporters during their 30th Anniversary year, the Pembrokeshire Lottery have increased the prize amounts. The first of these was held on held Wednesday 1st March with the usual £8,000 prize increased to a whopping £10,000!

Golf Club raise vital funds

During the year of 2022, Derllys Court Golf Club raised vital funds for Pembrokeshire based Hospice at Home Charity. The 18 hole, parkland Golf course based in Llysonnen Road, Carmarthen was established in 1992 and runs various events throughout the year, where they have held raffles, auctions and collections to raise funds for Paul Sartori Foundation.

Appeal for larger accommodation to reunite Ukrainian families fleeing war

A year on since the Russian invasion of Ukraine hundreds of refuges are still no closer to returning home but people in Pembrokeshire can continue to help.

Haverfordwest Airport staff get hands-on with Royal Navy Merlin helicopter

A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter visited Haverfordwest Airport earlier this month to give staff a chance to learn more about these impressive aircraft.
The visit enabled staff to get up close and hands-on with the helicopter and consider all aspects of safety when it comes to refuelling.

Medal presentation ceremony held at County Hall

His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Dyfed, Miss Sara Edwards, presented three Pembrokeshire recipients of the British Empire Medal (BEM) with their insignia recently at a ceremony at County Hall in Haverfordwest.
The Lord-Lieutenant was assisted by Lord-Lieutenant Cadet Maisie Millichip and the recipients were welcomed and congratulated by the Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr Pat Davies.

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