THE Jameston Community Association (JCA) has faced significant challenges in recent years, particularly since the devastating fire that engulfed Manorbier Primary School in October 2022.

In a commendable act of community spirit, JCA offered its community hall as a temporary home for the displaced school, a decision that has, however, left the association without its primary meeting space for an extended period.

Ray Hughes, Chair of the JCA, explained the reasoning behind their swift action: “We were determined to avoid more serious trauma for the teachers, parents, and especially the youngsters.

“Keeping it all together and moving everything into the hall as a unit, at least meant that friendships and social structures could be kept going, in the same community they were in before the fire.”

This dedication to the well-being of the school community, while admirable, has undeniably impacted JCA’s own operations.

Despite the lengthy disruption, there's a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Pembrokeshire County Council has initiated a consultation process to determine the school's long-term future.

"We don’t know when things will be resolved, but we’ve been pressing the council for decisions and they can’t come soon enough,” Mr Hughes stated, highlighting the association's eagerness for a resolution.

One of the most pressing issues for JCA during this period has been effective communication with its members across the widespread community, encompassing Jameston, Manorbier, Lydstep, and Manorbier Newton.

Traditional noticeboards proved insufficient, making it difficult to disseminate information.

To address this, JCA has launched a new website, [email protected].

While currently a "skeleton," as Mr Hughes described it, the site represents a crucial step forward in connecting with residents.

The 2025 AGM minutes are already available, and as normal activities resume, the JCA plans to expand the website to keep everyone fully informed about current events and initiatives.