20 News SIMON HART MP has signed


the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Book of Commitment, to honour those who were murdered during the Holocaust and to pay tribute to the extraordinary Holocaust survivors who work tirelessly to educate young people. Last Friday (Jan 27) marked the


Pupils of Hook CP School: With (L-R) Shirley Birt, Cllr Tony Brinsden, Richard Howells, Cllr Michael John and Louise John CHILDREN from Year Six


at Hook CP School have enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of County Hall with the Chairman of Pembrokeshire County Council, Cllr Tony Brinsden. The pupils visited different


departments and chatted to officers and councillors, before listening to an interesting talk on local education from Mary Robinson at the Pembrokeshire Archives. They also enjoyed quizzing the


Chairman in a question and answer session in the Council Chamber. Among their queries were ‘Where does my tax go?’ and ‘How much did this building cost?’, plus several


questions on the future of secondary education in Haverfordwest. They were accompanied by their


headteacher, Louise John, chair of governors Shirley Birt, governor Richard Howells, and local County Councillor and governor Michael John.


Afterwards, the pupils said they


were surprised by how big County Hall was inside, and the number of different activities going on in the many departments. “It was amazing,” said Leon,


while Seren added: “I wondered what actually happens in it because it is such a big building, and it was interesting to see the work that people do.”


Shirley Birt said the visit was very


worthwhile. “The children have seen every aspect of the Authority, from being able to meet officers and County Councillors, right through to seeing the Council Chamber where many decisions are made,” she said. Headteacher Louise John added:


“The opportunity to visit the building and meet with the Chairman and others has allowed the children to gain a deeper understanding of the role of their local council and its employees and officers. “This experience has evoked many


questions and inspired the children to learn more about what goes on in their local community.”


Successful first Policing Board meeting POLICE and Crime


Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn welcomed new Chief Constable Mark Collins at the most recent Policing Board meeting, which was held on January 16. 2017 is being heralded as a year of


exciting new beginnings for Dyfed- Powys Police and this was the first meeting Mark Collins has attended since taking up his post on December 19, 2016. The meeting provides an


opportunity for the Commissioner and the Chief Constable to discuss any matters relating to the effectiveness


and efficiency of the policing services delivered in the Dyfed-Powys area. A wide range of topics were


discussed and the meeting was deemed positively constructive and a good working relationship was clear to see between the Commissioner and the Chief Constable. Since taking up his post, new


Chief Constable Mark Collins has also outlined his priorities to officers and staff and he is working to ensure that these are delivered. They are to support and


protect the most vulnerable in our communities; to improve standards


across the organisation - doing the basics brilliantly; and to improve victim satisfaction and confidence in policing. These are in line with the


Commissioner’s priorities, and who will support his efforts where possible in ensuring that these become a reality. Dafydd Llywelyn said: “I am very


much looking forward to working alongside the new Chief Officer team in order to provide the best service possible to the communities we serve, and to ensure the successful delivery of my Police and Crime Plan.”


anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration and death camp Auschwitz-Birkenau, the site of the largest mass murder in history. After signing the Book of Commitment, Mr Hart said: “Holocaust Memorial Day is an important opportunity for people to reflect on the tragic events of the


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Pupils enjoy County Hall tour MP signs Book of Commitment


Holocaust. As the Holocaust moves from living history, to just history, it becomes ever more important that we take the time to remember the victims and also pay tribute to the survivors.” Karen Pollock MBE, Chief


Executive of the Holocaust Educational Trust, said: “Our mission is to educate young people from every background about the Holocaust and its contemporary relevance. We are very grateful to Mr Hart for signing the Book of Commitment, signalling a continued commitment to remembering the victims of the Holocaust as well as challenging antisemitism, prejudice and bigotry in all its forms.”


Port scholarships awarded to students FOUR Pembrokeshire students


have been awarded scholarships from the Port of Milford Haven, which will see them receive a financial award, plus a three week work placement. Sian Thomas, Claudia Belli, Harriet


Sleight and Benjamin Pepper successfully applied to the UK’s top energy port for the four scholarships, worth £1,500 each. Sian is from Haverfordwest and in the final year of a City and Regional Planning degree at Cardiff University; Claudia is from Tenby and is in the third year of a Geography degree at the University of Exeter; Harriet comes from Lamphey and is in her first year of an Environmental Science degree at Lancaster University and Benjamin, who is from Fishguard, is studying Physics at Imperial College London. Following a competitive application process, the successful students were


shortlisted and interviewed by a panel including: Maxine Thomas, Head of Safeguarding and Learner Services at Pembrokeshire College; Port of Milford Haven PR and Communications Manager Anna Malloy; and Senior HR Advisor at the Port Susan Harding. Maxine Thomas said: “The


opportunity presented by the scholarship to the undergraduates of Pembrokeshire is phenomenal, not only in monetary terms, but also more significantly through the placement opportunity provided. Winners of the scholarships have seen the value of this and have indeed derived considerable benefit from it.” The students will begin their work


placements in July, when they will experience the diverse range of activities and operations that take place at Wales’ largest port.


Advice for prospective County Councillors IAN WESTLEY, Chief Executive


of Pembrokeshire County Council, has issued a list of key requirements for those who are thinking of standing as a County Councillor in the upcoming local government elections in Pembrokeshire in May. “Newly-elected County Councillors


are often surprised by the wide range of work they are required to undertake,” said Mr Westley. “The following information will


help to inform prospective candidates of the commitment they will be expected to make if they are successfully elected.” The key requirements you need to be


aware of in accordance with Mr Westley are:


Councillors must abide by the Code


of Conduct for Members, which governs conduct required of a councillor. When taking office as either a


newly-elected member or a returning member, councillors will be required to undertake a 12 month programme of training and development. The first six months comprise of an intensive period of essential training. An individualised program of training and development will also be provided throughout the term of office, ensuring councillors are


fully supported to develop new skills and knowledge appropriate to their role. Immediately following the election,


it will be necessary for all elected councillors to attend County Hall in Haverfordwest on May 8 or 9 for formal acceptance of office. This is a statutory requirement that all councillors must do in order to undertake the duties of a councillor. Pembrokeshire County Council


encourages and supports digital working, and all meetings of the council are carried out without reliance on paper. Members are supported to download an application which provides access to agendas and related material. Full ICT training and support will be available to all councillors to support the council’s commitment to digitisation. If you are a prospective candidate and


would like more information, please view www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/elections. Here, you will find the Members’ Code of Conduct, a Candidates’ Guide to the Elections (produced by the WLGA) and other useful information. Should you have any further questions,


please contact Committee Services at susan.sanders@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or 01437 764551.


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