Pembrokeshire Abattoir Expansion Approved
Pembrokeshire’s Only “State-of-the-Art” Abattoir Gets Expansion Go-Ahead
Plans to expand facilities at Euro Farm Wales, Pembrokeshire’s sole “state-of-the-art” abattoir, have been given the green light by Pembrokeshire County Council.
The application sought permission for an extension to the yard, along with the construction of a storage building and water tanks, at the existing abattoir located on the Withybush Trading Estate in Haverfordwest.
According to a supporting statement from Johnston Planning Ltd, the expansion aims to improve the management of the facility through better vehicle circulation and management. It clarified that the proposals would not lead to a significant increase in the abattoir’s throughput or involve any additional animal storage or processing areas.
An officer report recommending approval highlighted the abattoir’s vital role in serving the entire county as its only slaughterhouse and beef processing facility, providing an essential service to the local farming community. The report also noted that a previous, similar application was withdrawn to address officer concerns regarding drainage details and potential impacts on a nearby Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
The approved scheme is anticipated to yield positive economic benefits by enabling the expansion of the existing business and securing local employment. Furthermore, positive environmental impacts are expected through the implementation of a sustainable drainage system for surface water and the provision of landscaping on the eastern boundary, as well as bird boxes on the proposed storage building.
The application was granted conditional approval, paving the way for the expansion of this key agricultural infrastructure in Pembrokeshire.
Original source: Yahoo News
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