Community Activities
I try to be present at as many community events as I can because being visible, engaged, and connected is an essential part of serving our area. Reporting the events I attend is equally important, it reflects transparency and accountability. By sharing these updates, Iβm able to highlight my activity across Pembrey and Burry Port (and further afield), and celebrate the incredible work of our volunteers and local organisations, ensuring that everyone involved feels their voices are being heard.
π A really important message from Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service that, honestly, was not something I was aware of either until recently β and I feel itβs something more people should know about.
π All West Wales Fire Stations are recognised as Safe Havens.
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π¬π§ Wales National Armed Forces Day 2026 π¬π§ π Pembrey Country Park π Saturday 27 June 2026
Iβm incredibly proud that Carmarthenshire has been chosen to host Walesβ National Armed Forces Day 2026 β a very special occasion bringing communities together from across Wales to recognise, celebrate, and thank the men and women who serve, or who have served, in our Armed Forces.
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πΏ Pembrey and Burry Port Town Council Helping to Support the Forthcoming Gooseberry Fair in Pembrey πΏ
It was a real pleasure to recently hand over a cheque to Elizabeth from CETMA on behalf of the Regeneration Committee Chair, Cllr. Kev Lewis, following CETMAβs successful application for grant funding support towards the 2026 Gooseberry Fair.
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π Exciting opportunities are on the way for people across Carmarthenshire looking to build their future, gain new skills, or take the next step in their career.
Carmarthenshire County Council will be launching its latest Graduate and Apprenticeship opportunities next week β offering people the chance to earn while they learn and gain valuable experience within local government and public services.
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ποΈ SUPPORTING THE FUTURE OF OUR TOWN CENTRES.....
Did you know that interest-free loans of between Β£10,000 and Β£1 million are available to help bring vacant, derelict, or underused town centre properties back into use across Carmarthenshire?
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Β£1 Million Opportunity for Carmarthenshire Communities, Heritage and Tourism Projects...
There is some exciting news for community groups, charities, social enterprises, heritage organisations, tourism providers, and Town and Community Councils across Carmarthenshire.
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π«β€οΈ Can You Help Support Our Young Learners?
Burry Port Community Primary School is reaching out to our wonderful community for a little help in creating exciting, imaginative, and engaging learning spaces for their Year 1 and Year 2 pupils.
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πΏ Grass Cutting and Visibility Concerns πΏ
Having become aware of concerns regarding grass growth at the Penybedd and Tre-Nel junctions, I recently visited both locations to assess the situation for myself.
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What a lovely community event held at Jerusalem on Saturday 23rd May! π
It was wonderful to see so many people coming together to support local creativity, community spirit and the fantastic stall holders who put so much time, effort and talent into their displays and handmade creations.
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What a fantastic day at the Kidwelly Classic Car Show held at the beautiful Ashburnham Hotel this weekend. πβ¨
A huge congratulations and heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in organising and supporting yet another incredible community event.
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What a fantastic afternoon it was at the recent Burry Port Craft Market held at Burry Port Memorial Hall on 9th May 2026. ποΈβ¨
A huge thank you must go to all of the incredibly talented stallholders, crafters, makers, and organisers who worked so hard to create such a warm, welcoming, and vibrant event for our community.
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Just wanted to give a massive shout out and thank you to the staff from Carmarthenshire County Council who have responded really quickly
Iβve now been back on site and teams are already there setting up temporary traffic lights and closing one lane for the time being until a proper and full investigation can be undertaken.
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Firstly, a sincere thank you to the residents who have taken the time to contact me regarding what appears to be a sinkhole developing along Lando Road.
Your vigilance and willingness to report concerns like this are genuinely appreciated and incredibly important for community safety.
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π A fantastic day at Burry Port RFC 7s Tournament π
It was brilliant to see such a great turnout at the recent Burry Port RFC 7s Tournament β a real showcase of local sport, teamwork, and community spirit π
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πΏ A lovely day at Pembrey Memorial Hall πΏ
It was great to see such a fantastic turnout at the recent Growers & Craft Market held at Pembrey Memorial Hall β a real celebration of local talent, creativity, and community spirit
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πΏ A quick thank you where itβs due πΏ
I just wanted to take a moment to recognise the team at Pembrey and Burry Port Town Council for their swift response to a recent request to clear some rubbish just off Dol Helyg.
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β½οΈ Supporting Local Sport β Pembrey AFC β½οΈ
I was really pleased, in my role as Deputy Chair of the Regeneration & Community Engagement Committee, to have the opportunity to present a cheque to Pembrey AFC on behalf of the Committee Chair, Cllr. Kevin Lewis.
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π Pembrey & Burry Port Meals on Wheels β More Than a Meal π
Our Town Councilβs Meals on Wheels service is all about community care. Yes, itβs about delivering fresh, home-cooked meals β but just as importantly, itβs about delivering kindness, connection, and a friendly face at the door.
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π¬ Thank You β Surgery Drop-In (30th) π¬
A big thank you to everyone who took the time to drop in and see me at the surgery on the 30th β it was genuinely great to meet you all, have a chat, and hear whatβs on your minds.
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What a fantastic evening at Ffwrnes Theatre for the premiere of We Will Rock You, superbly staged by Eclipse Productions.
Donna and I thoroughly enjoyed opening night, and I wanted to share just how proud we should be of the talent we have here in our area. The standard of the production was outstanding from start to finish β powerful performances, tremendous vocals, great humour, energy, and a real sense of professionalism throughout.
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A fantastic day at the recent RNLI Emergency Services Day 2026.
It was great to be there once again and to see so many people coming together to support such an important event.
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πΏ A Warm Welcome Awaits at Burry Port Bowls Club πΏ
It was great to see Burry Port Bowls Club recently opening its doors to the community and showcasing everything this friendly local club has to offer.
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A huge thank you to Ty Golau for inviting me along to one of your sessions today.
It was a real privilege to spend time with you all and to see first hand the warmth, care, and dedication that makes this group so special.
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πβ¨ A wonderful morning at the Spring Public Lecture: The 1904 Revival and its Impact on Pembrey and Burry Port
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for this special event. Over 50 people came along to listen, learn, and share in our local history β and your presence made the evening truly memorable.
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What a wonderful atmosphere once again at Burry Port Monthly Market π
A huge well done to everyone involved in making the latest market such a success. It is fantastic to see this community event continuing to grow and bringing people together in the heart of Burry Port.
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πΌ Easter Craft Fair β Jerusalem Chapel πΌ
There was a fantastic range of displays on offer, showcasing the work of some incredibly talented individuals β a real credit to everyone involved. Itβs always great to see local creativity and craftsmanship on display in our community.
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π Volunteer Police Officer Opportunity β Special Constables
The force is recruiting Volunteer Police Officers (Special Constables)βa role that plays an important part in supporting frontline policing and helping keep our communities safe.
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Funding Opportunities for Community Groups and Organisations
Iβve recently come across a number of funding and grant opportunities that may be of interest to local community groups, charities, and organisations. I wanted to share these to help ensure they reach those who may benefit.
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Supporting Autism Awareness Month at Burry Port Community Primary School
I am pleased to support the upcoming Autism Awareness Month activities taking place throughout April at Burry Port Community Primary School.
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Funding Opportunity: Be Active Wales Fund Now Open
Sports clubs and community organisations across Wales are being encouraged to apply for funding through the Sport Wales Be Active Wales Fund.
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Funding Opportunity: Grants Available for UK Charities
Local charities and community organisations are being encouraged to apply for funding through The Grocersβ Charity, which distributes approximately Β£1 million annually to support charitable work across the UK.
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Supporting Local β Another Successful Burry Port Monthly Market
The market continues to grow as a valued part of our local community, bringing together residents, visitors, traders and community groups in a welcoming and inclusive setting.
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Report It. Fix It. Improve It.
Keeping our communities safe, clean and well-maintained is a shared effort β and one of the most effective tools available to residents is the County Councilβs online reporting system.
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A Wonderful Evening with Lighthouse Stage School
Last night I had the pleasure of attending the Lighthouse Stage School production of Come From Away, and it was an exceptional performance. The dedication, talent, and heart shown by the young performers were evident from the very first scene.
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Supporting Safer, Stronger Communities β A Piece of Work Worth Sharing
Over recent months, alongside my responsibilities as a councillor and wider community volunteering, I have been undertaking work focused on community safety, inclusion, and the experiences of individuals when reporting incidents locally.
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βοΈ Pembrey Airport β Recognising a Strategic Local Asset
Following a recent discussion with Winston regarding Pembrey Airport, I felt it was important to highlight the significant role this facility already plays β and the opportunities it presents for the future.
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Observations from Community Engagement β Kidwelly Tinplate Museum
I recently attended a community engagement session concerning the potential future of Kidwellyβs Tinplate Museum.
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πΌ What a Lovely Community Event in Burry PortπΌ
It was a real pleasure to attend the Spring Fayre at Jerusalem Chapel in Burry Port this weekend. There was such a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with lots of people coming along to support our local traders and enjoy a really nice community event.
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π A Beautiful Reminder of Why Weβre Proud of Our Coastline πΏ
I recently watched the new promotional video produced by Carmarthenshire County Council highlighting our wonderful coastline and surrounding area, and I have to say it was genuinely uplifting to see our community and landscape presented in such a positive light.
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π I really appreciate the work that Age Cymru do, and felt it was very worthwhile to share this with our community.
Age Cymru has launched its Annual Survey 2026, and they want to hear directly from people aged 50+ about what life in Wales is really like today.
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Supporting Service Children in Our Community
Did you know around 4% of our local population has some form of connection to the Armed Forces? Thatβs slightly higher than many other areas, which means supporting Service families β and especially their children β is particularly important in our community.
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πΆπ So Much Talent at @Ysgol Glan y MΓ΄rβs Eisteddfod! π¬π§ π΄
Yesterday (6th March) I had the real pleasure of attending the Eisteddfod celebration at @Ysgol Glan y MΓ΄r, and I was incredibly proud to have been invited to help judge some of the competitions.
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Happy St Davidβs Day / Dydd GΕ΅yl Dewi Hapus!
As we celebrate St Davidβs Day, I want to send my warmest wishes to everyone across Pembrey, Burry Port and Carmarthenshire.
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Shopmobility in Carmarthen & Llanelli β Supporting Independence in Our Town Centres.
The Shopmobility schemes in Carmarthen and Llanelli are here to help residents and visitors with mobility challenges get around safely, comfortably and confidently.
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π Important Update: My Account System Strengthening Security.
Just a quick update to keep everyone in the loop β especially those who regularly use the online My Account service.
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Need Help Moving from ESA to Universal Credit?
Many people are currently being moved from Employment Support Allowance (ESA) to Universal Credit (UC) β and understandably, this can feel worrying, confusing, or overwhelming.
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π Challenging Ageism in Our Community β Age Without Limits
As many of you know, Iβm a firm believer that every member of our community β whatever their age β deserves respect, opportunity, and the chance to live life fully.
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A Big Thank You to CCC Officers β and to Local Residents
First of all, a huge thank you to the officers and staff at Carmarthenshire County Council who responded quickly after I raised concerns about the garages behind Tirwaun, Burry Port.
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π§οΈ A Huge Thank You for Today π§οΈ
A very warm thank you to everyone who braved the weather and popped in to see me at my monthly surgery this morning. It was genuinely lovely to chat with you all, and Iβll be taking forward every issue raised β and reporting back as always.
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