Pembrokeshire News
3,000 More Post Offices May Shut If Card Account Contract Is Lost
Plaid AM for Mid and West Wales Nerys Evans and Carmarthen East and Dinefwr MP Adam Price has backed the calls made by the National Federation of SubPostmasters to award the contract to run the new Post Office card account (POCA) to Post Office Ltd .
According to the NPSP as many as 3,000 more post offices could be forced to close if the Government removes subpostmasters' right to handle state pensions and benefits payments.
The number of possible closures represents 25% of the sub post offices due to remain at the end of the current Network Change closure programme.
Of the 24 million visits made to post offices every week, 6.5 million are made by POCA customers, . . .
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Soldiers Clean Up Beach Rubbish
Soldiers of the 14th Signal Regiment from Brawdy have once again removed tonnes of rubbish from two beaches in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
Frainslake Beach and Bullslaughter Bay, both on Castlemartin Range, were treated to the make-over following a request for help from the National Park Authority 's Castlemartin Ranger Lynne Ferrand.
A group of 15 Soldiers, with additional help from Lynne, Mari Williams from Keep Wales Tidy and members of Landmarc Range staff, . . .
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Teenage Diabetics Need More Help
... says AM.
A campaign has been launched to recognise the unique difficulties faced by teenaged diabetics .
Angela Burns , Assembly Member for South Pembrokeshire, has taken up the cause after hearing about the issues first-hand from worried parents.
“Many children become diabetic in their early teens and struggle to come to terms with that because of mental health issues, inadequate support from the parental home or social peer pressure,” she said.
In particular the pressure to . . .
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- Innovative Work of Pembrokeshire Nurses is Celebrated
— May 13, 2008
- 3,000 More Post Offices May Shut If Card Account Contract Is Lost
— May 13, 2008
- Teenage Diabetics Need More Help
— May 13, 2008
- Soldiers Clean Up Beach Rubbish
— May 13, 2008
- Alun Davies AM Pledges Support for Free Basic Education
— May 11, 2008
- Crymych Walkers Step Out Again!
— May 11, 2008
- Crabb and Davies Impressed by New School
— May 11, 2008
- Port Authority Views New Pilot Boat Progress
— May 11, 2008
- Love and Learn at Oriel y Parc
— May 11, 2008
- Nominations Invited For Park Award
— May 10, 2008
- Don't Be A Sunday Driver
— May 10, 2008
- Logging On For The Future
— May 10, 2008
- Mari Gives Racism The Red Card!
— May 10, 2008
- Majority of Arrests in Pembrokeshire are Alcohol-Related
— May 6, 2008
- Pembrokeshire's Conservatives Celebrate
— May 6, 2008
- AM Visits Carers Outreach Centre
— May 4, 2008
- New Community Base for Milford Neighbourhood Policing Team
— May 4, 2008
- SPAN Arts Recycle Launch
— May 4, 2008
- Stile-Free Walks Make National Park More Accessable
— May 3, 2008
- Offensive Graffiti in Narberth
— May 3, 2008
- Crabb Sponsors Bill to Tackle Mobile Blackspots
— May 3, 2008
- Youngsters Head For The Bigtime!
— Apr 30, 2008
- Remembering A Pioneer
— Apr 30, 2008
- Pembrokeshire's Off to the Polls! — Apr 30, 2008
- Joyce Backs War on Welsh Loan Sharks
— Apr 24, 2008
- Welsh Entrepreneurs Need More Support!
— Apr 24, 2008
- Two New Books About County's Magic Corner
— Apr 24, 2008
- TB Cull Pilot Should Be In Pembrokeshire
— Apr 24, 2008
Drunk 'Darth Vader' spared jail
North West Wales | May 13, 2008 — A man dressed as Darth Vader gets a suspended jail sentence for attacking the founder of a Jedi Church.
Ex-Pc in court over porn images
Wales | May 13, 2008 — A former police constable appears in court accused of possessing more than 2,000 indecent images of children.
Clean up of petrol leak underway
Wales | May 13, 2008 — A clear up of 19,000 litres of petrol which leaked from a tank at a Cardiff terminal is started.
Other stories from around Wales
- Organ donors told to tell family — May 13, 2008
- Murder inquiry after body found — May 13, 2008
- Crash head appeals teaching ban — May 13, 2008
- Dam memorial's slogan repainted — May 13, 2008
- Minority language 'could be lost' — May 13, 2008
- Electrical fault caused shop fire — May 13, 2008
- Stereophonics play Grand Slam gig — May 13, 2008
- Father 'killed son in chips row' — May 12, 2008
- OAP pair's death 'not suspicious' — May 13, 2008
- Snack ban 'helps healthy eating' — May 13, 2008
- £40,000 crash damage at dealers — May 12, 2008
- Brazil missionary prays for a win — May 13, 2008
- Home staff cleared of OAP neglect — May 12, 2008
- Army's WWI medal search — May 12, 2008
- Police seize alcohol from teens — May 13, 2008
- Plan to raise job hopes for young — May 12, 2008
- Midwives fear service 'collapse' — May 13, 2008
- Maria star Fisher lands TV role — May 12, 2008
- Free OAP rail scheme is extended — May 12, 2008
- New lodging scheme for homeless — May 13, 2008
- Land sale next to Wylfa station — May 12, 2008
- Parry aiming for Wales comeback — May 13, 2008
- Martinez named manager of year — May 13, 2008
- Earnshaw holds talks with Forest — May 13, 2008
Photos
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Milieu
Submitted by: James SuttonThis powerful image by up-and-coming Pembrokeshire photographer, James Sutton, captures a lone figure on Newgale Beach, Pembrokeshire.
Says James "The shape and form of this individual in the simplistic beauty of Pembrokeshire's seaside suggest an appreciation for his environment. As humble human beings we often stand back and look with awe at nature's beauty, especially here in Pembrokeshire."
Please click here to view James' other photographs.
| Slideshow Title | Date | # Of Photos |
|---|---|---|
| Sport Pembrokeshire Awards 2007 | Nov 22, 2007 | 22 |
| To Russia With Love | Sep 27, 2007 | 4 |
| The Bergen Town Band | Sep 12, 2007 | 4 |
| Pembroke Festival 2007 | Aug 31, 2007 | 8 |
| Pembroke River Rally 2007 | Aug 24, 2007 | 6 |
| Road Safety Awards 2007 | Aug 3, 2007 | 5 |
| Lennie The Leek | Jul 20, 2007 | 4 |
| Fish Week 2007 | Jul 18, 2007 | 7 |
| Monkton Fayre 07 | Jul 13, 2007 | 9 |
| Joust A Great Tournament | Mar 26, 2007 | 6 |
- Milieu by James Sutton
- Description: This powerful image by up-and-coming Pembrokeshire photographer, James Sutton, captures a lone figure on Newgale Beach, Pembrokeshire. Says James "The shape and form of this individual in the simplistic beauty of Pembrokeshire's seaside suggest an appreciation for his environment. As humble human beings we often stand back and look with awe at nature's beauty, especially here in Pembrokeshire." (view)
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- The Drowned Mill at Frains Lake by Melanie Phillips
- Description: This is a photo of The Drowned Mill at Frains Lake. It is to be found on the Castlemartin Range, and was drowned by accident when a proposed tank run went wrong. The mill is called Kings Mill and is a medieval flour mill. The area is full of rare birds. It's beautiful. The photo appeared in last month's (March '08) edition of Pembrokeshire County living. (view)
- Church Rock, Broadhaven South by Tim Bott
- Description: The pic is of Church Rock, Broadhaven South, taken into the late afternoon sun from the cliff top on the Stackpole side of the beach. Although it looks black and white it is actually a colour image - honest! (view)
Around Pembrokeshire
Featured Pembrokeshire Business
Celtic Haven (The Spa)
Silent waterfalls, relaxing music, cool air and amazing therapies, treatments and personal care take you and your senses to another level of relaxation.
The Spa At Celtic Haven
Lydstep
Tenby, Pembrokeshire SA70 7SG
Phone: 01834 871850
What's on
- Mencap Gardens: Open To Visitors
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 10:00
- Garden History Walk & Lunch
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 11:00
- Exhibition: Green Fuse
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 11:00
- South Pembs Bridge Club Session
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 2:00
- Neighourhood Policing Forum: Stackpole
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 5:00
- Neighbourhood Policing Forums: Milford Haven
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 7:00
- Pembrokeshire International Folk Dance Group
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 8:00
Featured
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St Brides Inn
Situated opposite the car park in Little Haven, you will find The Saint Brides Inn where home prepared and cooked food are offered, utilizing fresh local produce where possible and served in peaceful and tranquil surroundings, with the emphasis on good fresh food and friendly service.
St Brides Road
Little Haven, Pembrokeshire -
Waves Bar & Restaurant
Walk in and look out over the ocean!
Celtic Haven
Tenby, Pembrokeshire -
Lamphey Court Hotel Restaurant & Conservatory
In Favour of Flavour...
Lamphey
Pembroke, Pembrokeshire -
Lamphey Hall Hotel Restaurant & Bistro
Style, atmosphere and warmth of welcome awaits you at Lamphey Hall.
Lamphey
Pembroke, Pembrokeshire -
Ossie Morgan's Restaurant
With the gardens down to the sea...
Fourcroft Hotel
Tenby, Pembrokeshire -
The Carreg
Find out what all the fuss is about! Find that perfect Black Rock Grill dining experience at The Carreg in Narberth.
32 High Street
Narberth, Pembrokeshire -
Beggars Reach Country Hotel & Restaurant
From the moment you step inside the Beggars Reach, you can be sure of a warm welcome.
Burton
Burton, Pembrokeshire -
Smithy's Breakfast House & Coffee Bar
Re-furbished, re-named and re-opened
Perrots Road Car Park
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire -
Begelly Arms Hotel
The Begelly Arms Hotel offers a relaxed dining atmosphere, with Bar, Lounge, Restaurant, Carvery and Function Room facilities. The Begelly is also an ideal location for Weddings (including civil cermonies), Banquets, Parties and Business Meetings.
New Road
Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire -
Nant-y-Ffin Hotel & Motel
The Nant-y-Ffin Hotel & Motel has a licensed Restaurant serving high quality foods, wines, beers & spirits and a large Banqueting Suite suitable for Weddings, Dances, Conferences, Trade Shows & Exhibitions or that Big Occasion!
Llandissilio
Clynderwen, Pembrokeshire
