Over 40 youths were moved on from the multi- storey car park in Tenby in one night by the neighbourhood policing team.

Residents at the Tenby Neighbourhood Policing Team forum heard how 'boy racers' and youths congregating in the Upper Park Road car park was a particular problem at the weekends.

PCSO Idwal David told the meeting how he had moved on at least 40 youths from the area the previous Friday evening.

He had taken a rugby ball from some youths and confiscated alcohol from two females who have now been reported to the Pembrokeshire Anti-Social Behaviour Officer. He had also spoken to the girls parents directly about their behaviour.

The forum was attended by six young people who raised the issue of there being nowhere for youngsters to go on Friday nights in the town. PCSO David said that he was actively looking for a venue to maybe hold some sort of event once or twice a month, negotiations for which were ongoing.

Other issues raised at the meeting included dog fouling in the town. The Mayor, Clr. John Griffiths, stated that the local authority was looking at placing doggy bins in various locations so that the public would have no excuse for leaving their dog's mess on the pavement.

The dog wardens would also be contacted and people were warned that they could be issued with a fixed penalty notice if they didn't clear up their dog's mess. It was stated by a resident that illegal parking in Rocky Park and Deer Park was an 'accident waiting to happen'.

PCSO David informed them enforcement action was taken in that area whenever possible. It was also added that parking on Broadwell Hayes and outside the laundrette on The Green was also dangerous. Again, this situation would be monitored and enforcement action taken where necessary.

Meanwhile, an update was given regarding the number of people currently banned from licensed premises in the area under the BOBB scheme. Eight people were currently banned within the Tenby and Saundersfoot Behave or Be Banned Scheme (BOBB).

This means that these people will not be able to enter 33 licensed premises for upwards of 12 months. The scheme is governed by the Licensed Victuallers Association within the Tenby and Saundersfoot area. It was further stated that these individuals and others are also banned under the Pub Watch Scheme.

Residents mentioned that it was good to see the police and the licensees working together within the town to reduce anti-social behaviour of all types.

The next Tenby Neighbourhood Policing Forum is on Wednesday, March 5, at Augustus Place Community Centre from 7 pm.

Anyone wanting to contact the team can do so by telephoning 0845 330 2000 or emailing them at [email protected]">[email protected] or via http://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk">www.dyfed-powys.police.uk

Saundersfoot problems highlighted

Speeding, underage drinking and dog fouling are the three main problems to be tackled by Tenby's Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team this month. At their recent forum meeting, residents heard that officers had stopped six youths at Coppet Hall, Saundersfoot, and confiscated alcohol from them. The officers have passed their details onto the anti- social behaviour co-ordinator.

It was decided the issue of underage drinking should remain a priority for the next month. Residents raised concerns about speeding on all approach roads to Saundersfoot and indeed the centre of the village.

Dog fouling along The Ridgeway was also a matter of concern.

Both were highlighted as priorities for the team. The next Tenby Rural Neighbourhood Policing meeting is being held on Monday, March 3, 7-9 pm at The Regency Hall, Saundersfoot.

Narberth's priorities

Meanwhile, people parking illegally in Narberth is the focus of their neighbourhood policing team. Residents were informed at their forum meeting that people had been to Narberth Police Station complaining about illegal parking in St. James Street.

Said a police spokesperson: "The parking on double yellow lines is not only illegal, but has caused obstruction to heavy goods vehicles, forcing them to mount pavements.

"Residents have reported near misses with pedestrians emerging from shops and damage to the pavements has been occurring as a result." The team pledged to target St. James Street to deter and report any illegal parking.

Since the meeting, the traffic warden has issued nearly 40 fixed penalty notices to vehicles throughout the town and this work will continue. The Narberth Neighbourhood Policing Forum is now taking place on the first Tuesday of every month in Bloomfield Centre from 7-9 pm.

Anyone wanting to contact the team can do so on 0845 330 2000 or by emailing them at [email protected]">[email protected] or via http://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk">www.dyfed-powys.police.uk