National Park Authority confirms Chair and committee roles following AGM

Dr Madeleine Havard has been re-elected as Chair of the Authority, with Cllr Claire George re-elected as Deputy Chair. Cllr Dr Simon Hancock has also been re-elected as Chair of the Authority's Development Management Committee, with John Hogg serving as Deputy Chair.

The appointments were agreed by Members at a meeting of the National Park Authority held on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

The Authority is made up of 18 Members, including 12 County Councillors appointed by Pembrokeshire County Council and six Members appointed by the Welsh Government. Together, they oversee the work of the Authority and make decisions affecting the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

Dr Havard said: "It is an honour and a privilege to continue serving as Chair of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority. Our National Park is one of Wales' most treasured landscapes, and the Authority has an important role in protecting it for future generations whilst supporting the communities who live and work here.

"I look forward to continuing to work with all Members, staff, partners and local communities as we respond to the opportunities and challenges facing the National Park."

Cllr Dr Simon Hancock said: "I am pleased to continue as Chair of the Development Management Committee, which plays an important role in considering planning matters within the National Park.

"The Committee's work requires careful judgement, balancing the need to conserve and enhance this special landscape with the needs of local people. I look forward to continuing to work with fellow Members and officers in carrying out this responsibility."

Members spend an average of two days each month attending formal committee business, as well as representing the Park Authority at a range of official and community events. These include Welsh Government meetings, workshops, seminars, launches and presentations organised by the Authority and its partners.

The current Members of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority are: Cllr Maureen Bowen, Cllr Di Clements, Ms Fiona Day, Cllr Claire George, Dr Madeleine Havard, Ms Helen Gwenllian, Mr John Hogg MBE, Sarah Hoss, Cllr Dr Simon Hancock MBE, Cllr Mike James, Mr Gwynn Angell Jones, Cllr Huw Murphy, Cllr Bethan Price, Cllr Sam Skyrme-Blackhall, Cllr Anji Tinley, Cllr Vanessa Thomas, Cllr Chris Williams BEM and Cllr Michael Williams.