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Pembrokeshire Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Pembrokeshire Herald
‘Anti-social behaviour' fears over new Pembroke housing plan
A CALL to change holiday lets to flats in Pembroke's main street has been given the go-ahead despite concerns of antisocial behaviour connected with a nearby nightclub is creating scenes 'like the OK Corral'. In an application recommended for approval at the June meeting of Pembrokeshire County council's planning committee, Pembroke Assets Ltd sought permission to change nine holiday lets at 6-10 Main Street to flats. The scheme was supported by Pembroke Town Council. It was brought to committee as it was recommended for approval despite being a departure from the development plan, the departure relating to a previous scheme for the holiday lets being granted. The site was once Co-Op's old shop before it moved to the town's Goose's Lane in 2017, being empty until a number of developments took place including mixed business use and the previously-granted self-catering holiday lets. A report for members said there were high levels of noise both day and night at the location in Pembroke's main street, 'due to the presence of public houses and nightclubs'. Referring to the departure from planning guidelines, as in the previous scheme, it said: 'The primary justification of that proposal was economic regeneration of the town centre. As was considered then, the building was and is again vacant. Continued vacancy would lead to deterioration, to the detriment of the town centre and the surrounding Conservation Area.' Cllr Jonathan Grimes, one of two members of a joint ward covering the area, raised concerns about the scheme in an email to the committee, saying that, while he supported increasing affordable housing stock, he had concerns about the location, saying it was 'highly unsuitable for any form of housing for residents who would want or indeed expect a peaceful standard of living'. 'My main concern is the location of the property next door to a nightclub. The nightclub in question – 'OUT' has already attracted considerable negative publicity over the past few years due to the high number of incidents of anti-social behaviour. 'This has included loud noise, drunken behaviour, the use of drugs as well as street violence. I am led to believe that one of the main reasons that the former owners of the holiday rentals decided to sell up was due to the large number of complaints from guests over the late-night activities originating from the aforementioned nightclub. 'I have also received a number of complaints from local residents living in the vicinity about anti-social behaviour originating from the nightclub and having a detrimental effect on the neighbourhood.' Speaking at the meeting, Cllr Rhys Jordan said: 'These properties were considered for purchase by this council, withdrawn at the last moment, I assume around some of the planning conditions in place. I get the feeling this change of use is solely to allow the sale potentially to this council; if that's a reason that's absolutely fine but I don't buy it's going to bring a much-needed supply of flats in Pembroke.' He asked if the council had an interest in the scheme, but was told the initial interest several years before had not been progressed. He went on to say: 'The social housing element of this council are not interested in these properties, that leaves very few options going forward. Given the luxury nature of these flats, I'd imagine they have a high rent; are we opening up a can of worms for the future? It's like the OK Corral down there on a Friday or a Saturday night, I can't imagine anyone wanting to pay the rent there.' He warned any potential change to social housing would lead to 'potentially vulnerable people' housed 'in what is basically a sketchy area'. 'I'm not going to support it,' said Cllr Jordan, adding: 'I think we're opening a can of worms that could cause significant problems for the town in the future.' After approval was moved by Cllr Brian Hall, new committee chair Cllr Mark Carter stressed: 'We have to determine the application in front of us; if people want to live next to a nightclub that is their choice.' The application was passed by 11 votes to one, with one abstention.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Owner of Pembrokeshire wellness centre to host menopause retreat tomorrow
The owner of a popular wellness centre in Pembrokeshire will host a menopause retreat tomorrow (Saturday, May 24). Yasmin Woods runs Heat in Pembroke and wants to further help the community by offering professional advice for women suffering from menopausal symptoms and to prepare those who will go through menopause in the future. The event will take place at Foundry House Community Centre in Pembroke from 2pm, featuring talks from experts such as Laura Leongomez and Shelby Rossiter besides an appearance from the mayor of Pembroke Town Council. Yasmin believes women need to be more informed about menopause. (Image: File photo) Yasmin said: 'I'm a bit nervous but I have teamed up with Pembroke Town Council and it's going to be a really good event. A lot of women don't know much about menopause, and many come to my wellness centre for help with their symptoms. 'The Foundry has wanted to do something like this for ages. I'm hoping to offer a couple of menopause retreats per year.' Yasmin believes there is limited support for women going through menopause in Pembrokeshire. She also posted on the Heat Facebook page: 'No one really talks to us about menopause when we're younger. It's like this big mystery we're left to figure out on our own, usually when we're already overwhelmed, confused, and feeling alone. 'I've had my own moments of panic—wondering if I'm going through early menopause, not knowing what signs to look for, or where to turn for real answers and support. That's why this retreat means so much to me. 'It's not just for women already going through peri or menopause, it's for all of us who want to understand what's coming, who crave community, and who need a safe, supportive space to talk openly, learn, and feel empowered.' Since Heat opened Heat in January 2025, the wellness centre has over 50 reviews on Facebook and a recommendation ratio of 100%. Yasmin continued: 'I've just been nominated by the BBC for a community award. I'm really proud to be nominated. It's nice to be recognized for bringing the community together and see my efforts rewarded. 'I get a real mixture of people attend my wellness centre. But it forces all of them to get off their phones and start connecting. 'By the end of the year I want to have a second premises either in Haverfordwest or Milford Haven and I want to have a chain of centres in the future. 'After all, I already have people coming from Carmarthen and Cardigan to visit my centre in Pembroke. If I am able to get a bigger venue then I can offer a wider range of treatments.'
Western Telegraph
23-05-2025
- Health
- Western Telegraph
Heat wellness centre to host menopause retreat in Pembroke
Yasmin Woods runs Heat in Pembroke and wants to further help the community by offering professional advice for women suffering from menopausal symptoms and to prepare those who will go through menopause in the future. The event will take place at Foundry House Community Centre in Pembroke from 2pm, featuring talks from experts such as Laura Leongomez and Shelby Rossiter besides an appearance from the mayor of Pembroke Town Council. Yasmin believes women need to be more informed about menopause. (Image: File photo) Yasmin said: 'I'm a bit nervous but I have teamed up with Pembroke Town Council and it's going to be a really good event. A lot of women don't know much about menopause, and many come to my wellness centre for help with their symptoms. 'The Foundry has wanted to do something like this for ages. I'm hoping to offer a couple of menopause retreats per year.' Yasmin believes there is limited support for women going through menopause in Pembrokeshire. She also posted on the Heat Facebook page: 'No one really talks to us about menopause when we're younger. It's like this big mystery we're left to figure out on our own, usually when we're already overwhelmed, confused, and feeling alone. 'I've had my own moments of panic—wondering if I'm going through early menopause, not knowing what signs to look for, or where to turn for real answers and support. That's why this retreat means so much to me. 'It's not just for women already going through peri or menopause, it's for all of us who want to understand what's coming, who crave community, and who need a safe, supportive space to talk openly, learn, and feel empowered.' Since Heat opened Heat in January 2025, the wellness centre has over 50 reviews on Facebook and a recommendation ratio of 100%. Yasmin continued: 'I've just been nominated by the BBC for a community award. I'm really proud to be nominated. It's nice to be recognized for bringing the community together and see my efforts rewarded. 'I get a real mixture of people attend my wellness centre. But it forces all of them to get off their phones and start connecting. 'By the end of the year I want to have a second premises either in Haverfordwest or Milford Haven and I want to have a chain of centres in the future. 'After all, I already have people coming from Carmarthen and Cardigan to visit my centre in Pembroke. If I am able to get a bigger venue then I can offer a wider range of treatments.'
