Volunteers and staff at Dyfed Victim Support met local members of Parliament (Friday) to explain how they help 6,000 victims and witnesses cope with the effects of crime each year.
'MPs Day' was held at local branches of Victim Support across Wales and England. The event gave the MPs a greater insight into how the charity's local services provide information, support and practical help to people affected by crime.
Volunteers talked to South Pembrokeshire MP Nick Ainger about their involvement with Victim Support and described how they help victims and witnesses cope with the effects of burglary, hate crime, sexual assault, domestic violence and homicide, as well as other crimes.
Peter Gilbert, area manager for Dyfed Victim support, said: "My team of six staff and 100 volunteers work very hard to provide an excellent service to help Nick Ainger's constituents, and I'm delighted he accepted the invitation to find out more about our work in Pembrokeshire.
"We offer our service to any victim of crime whenever the crime took place, and whether or not it was reported to the police. We also help with completing claims for criminal injuries compensation, and information and support in court.
"Nationally, thousands of unpaid volunteers devote their time to helping people in their local communities. In other words, they are the lifeblood of Victim Support."
Nick Ainger, Member of Parliament for Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire, said: "I am incredibly impressed with the work Victim Support does for victims and witnesses of crime, and it's essential that their work continues to be supported so that victims of crime, even if there is no conviction, are supported and have their concerns addressed. The Government is committed to increasing the percentage of crimes which reach court and Victim Support will play an important part in achieving justice for victims of crime."
Dyfed Victim Support can be contacted on (01437) 763593 to access the service or to volunteer.