Sir,
So what's gone wrong?
Note that the letter from Mrs. Carole Jones (see Observer October 11) was sent to Welsh Parliament member Ms. C. Gwyther not to the local Council, or the local newspaper as is usually the case.
Of all those things most likely be assist in any proliferation of yobbish antics silence is, I think, the most potent. It seems to show acquiesence, seems to suggest we condone their behaviour.
Silence must be scrapped.
In Tenby we are fortunate in having dedicated officers on the beat - when they are allowed to be. They have an unenviable job and, more importantly, they are our friends.
On the Council we have some very worthy people connected with the pub trade. They know that if there is a problem in the pub silence is not an option. Their experience in dealing first hand must be seen as invaluable. Further, how many of us have had a problem caused by yobs but choose to say nothing about it. I know I have. I did not 'phone the police because.... because whatever?! Silence has not helped.
Consider this, the police are, therefore, unaware of what is going on, unaware of the true extent of the problem. It's rather like a jig saw with many pieces missing. They are unable to see the full picture and maybe, just maybe, we could be giving them the tools they need in tackling the problem with more meaningful resources.
So, when it comes down to it we're talking about a bunch of yobs who, on occasions, cause a damned nuisance, hurt and offence to the young, families and the elderly. The only time we have is now, but what we do have is each other.
Public traders, publicans and police, let's join forces, I think we're up to it, don't you?
Let's go get 'em!
Ken Fryer
St Teresa's
South Parade
Tenby.