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Key developments include the Step C Free Elimination Project, a major initiative working towards the eradication of Hepatitis C by 2030. The programme focuses on improving access to blood-borne virus testing and treatment, particularly among vulnerable or underserved populations.

The Screening Engagement Team at Public Health Wales has released the latest edition of its bulletin “Screening Matters.” The bulletin helps keep individuals, communities, and organisations informed about developments and updates within NHS screening programmes across Wales.

Commemorate Gallery Located in the Main Hall, this gallery will display the Museum’s collection of inscribed standing stones for the first time in more than six years. It will also include paintings of historical Carmarthenshire figures, Roman artefacts and updated interpretation of the Picton Monument frieze.

The initiative — O Llaith i Gynnes: Low Carbon Solutions for Rural Welsh Homes — is led by Cardiff University and funded through the EPSRC Switch Net Zero Wales programme. It aims to develop practical, low‑carbon retrofit solutions for traditional rural homes, particularly pre‑1919 solid‑walled properties.

Since the launch of the Claim What’s Yours service in 2022, Carmarthenshire County Council has helped residents access more than £12m in financial support. In 2025 alone, 2,596 residents were supported to claim £4.5m in benefits and assistance.

With Easter coming up, Pembrey and Burry Port Town Council are inviting children across our community to take part in a fun Easter Egg Design Competition — and we would love to see the amazing creativity of our young people on display!

Families connected to the Armed Forces often face unique challenges, particularly when caring for children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) such as autism or ADHD. The constant demands of service life, combined with long waiting lists and navigating support systems, can sometimes feel overwhelming.

If you’re looking to learn as you earn, build real experience, and start a meaningful career in public service, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Dyfed‑Powys Police are offering a Business Support Apprentice role as part of the OPCC Apprenticeship Programme — open to anyone aged 16+ who’s positive, motivated, and passionate about helping their community.

I believe it’s important to keep residents informed about decisions that affect household finances. Carmarthenshire County Council has now set the Council Tax levels for the 2026–2027 financial year, and the updated charges for each property band are shown in the images attached to this post.

If your organisation supports veterans, serving personnel, seafarers, or their families, now is the time to get your application in for the Veterans’ Foundation Open Grants Programme.

Today we recognise International Women’s Day, a global moment to celebrate the achievements, resilience and contributions of women and girls in our communities and across the world.

Over the past few weeks, several residents have contacted me asking about what home care services are available locally and how people can access them. Because this question has come up a number of times, I thought it would be helpful to share some information that may support individuals and families across our community.