EyeFest in Burry Port
It is great to see the way that local traders have responded to local optometrist Loveleen Browes’ enthusiasm and joined in EyeFest to help her get the message out about looking after your eyes. There were lots of traders...
MacMillan Coffee Morning in 21st Century Church
A big thank you to Kirsty and everyone at 21st Century Church for another successful MacMillan coffee morning. And many congratulations to Kirsty on being offered a job with MacMillan. They will be so lucky to have you.
100 years of Pontyberem Community Council
Great evening celebrating 100 years of Pontyberem Community Council, and really well deserved tributes compered by Garry Owen to Cllr Alban Rees for his fantastic 50 years as a councillor. Congratulations Alban, and a huge thank you for all...
Boris Johnson illegally shut down our Parliament
This article first appeared in the Llanelli Herald on 27/09/19 What an extraordinary week. On Tuesday, the highest court in the land found that Boris Johnson’s decision to suspend Parliament was illegal. On Wednesday, I was on the first...
#ShareTheOrange on World Alzheimer’s Day
Diseases like Alzheimer’s are not a normal part of ageing. They are physical diseases that damage the brain, and research into them can make a huge difference. I’m pleased that Alzheimer’s Research UK is highlighting these very points with...
Tackling noise from ‘boy racers’ in Trostre Retail Park
In response to residents’ concerns about night-time noise from so-called “boy racers” with their souped up exhausts, screeching round Trostre Retail Park, I set up a meeting with the Manager. We discussed how access to the areas behind and...
Awards for Age Cymru Sir Gar
Congratulations to Age Cymru Sir Gar on their awards for the quality of the advice and support they provide to older people in Carmarthenshire. Accurate advice is absolutely essential as mistakes can be costly. I know that this excellent...
Getting tougher animal cruelty sentences
Cruelty to animals is barbaric. I believe that people who commit this appalling crime should face very tough sentences indeed. At the moment, the maximum sentence for animal cruelty is six months. This is clearly inadequate given the severity...
Pontyberem Carnival
Congratulations to the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory team on winning in the Pontyberem Carnival. Great to see everyone enjoying the sunshine.
Sensory walk with Guide Dogs Cymru
It was quite an experience trying to walk around safely with white stick while blindfolded… thanks to Guide Dogs Cymru. It really helps you understand what people like Steve and Andrea are up against. There is lots we need...